Definition

Noun: 1. A city in southern Malawi; was the capital until 1971: Zomba is the name of a specific geographical location, a city that served as the administrative center of Malawi before the capital was moved to Lilongwe.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Zomba is known for its plateau and colonial-era architecture.
  • The university in Zomba is one of the oldest in the region.
  • Before 1971, Zomba was the capital city of Malawi.

Advanced Usage

• "Zomba Plateau": A specific, well-known geographical feature associated with the city.
  • The Zomba Plateau offers hiking and beautiful views.

Variants and Related Words

• Zomba is a proper noun and does not have standard variants. Related terms would include other Malawian cities like Lilongwe (the current capital) and Blantyre (the commercial capital).

Synonyms

• City
• Former capital
• Administrative center (historical)

Notes on Meaning

This word functions exclusively as a proper noun referring to a specific place. It does not have other general meanings, phrasal verbs, or idioms associated with it in common English usage. Its definition is fixed to its historical and geographical context.

Noun

1. a city in southern Malawi; was the capital until 1971