tasmania

Thân thiện

A map shows the island of Tasmania south of mainland Australia.

Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • An island off the southeastern coast of Australia: A large island separated from mainland Australia by the Bass Strait.
   • An Australian state on the island of Tasmania: One of the six states of the Commonwealth of Australia, comprising the main island of Tasmania and several smaller surrounding islands.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun (Island):

  • Tasmania is known for its unique wildlife, including the Tasmanian devil.
  • The island of Tasmania has a cooler climate than much of mainland Australia.

• Proper noun (State):

  • Hobart is the capital city of Tasmania.
  • Tasmania is a popular destination for hiking and ecotourism.

Advanced Usage

• "Tasmanian" (adjective): Of or relating to the island or state of Tasmania.
  • The Tasmanian wilderness is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• "Tasmanian" (noun): A native or inhabitant of Tasmania.
  • She is a proud Tasmanian.

Variants and Related Words

• Tasmanian devil (n): A carnivorous marsupial native to Tasmania.
• Tasmanian tiger (n): An extinct carnivorous marsupial, also known as the thylacine, once native to Tasmania and mainland Australia.

Synonyms

• Apple Isle (informal nickname for Tasmania).
• Tassie (informal abbreviation, used colloquially).

Related Phrases

• "South of the border": In Australian colloquial use, sometimes refers to being in or going to Tasmania from the mainland.
  • They're heading south of the border for a holiday in Tasmania.

Học thuật

Noun

1. an island off the southeastern coast of Australia
2. an Australian state on the island of Tasmania

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