America: meaning, definitions and examples
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America
[ əˈmerɪkə ]
country
A country in North America consisting of 50 states, a federal district, and various territories. It is known for its diverse culture, economy, and landscapes.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The United States of America is a democratic country.
- She traveled across America to explore different cities.
continent
The continents of North and South America, collectively known as the Americas.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The Americas are home to a wide variety of cultures.
- Many species of animals are native to America.
Translations
Translations of the word "America" in other languages:
🇵🇹 América
🇮🇳 अमेरिका
🇩🇪 Amerika
🇮🇩 Amerika
🇺🇦 Америка
🇵🇱 Ameryka
🇯🇵 アメリカ
🇫🇷 Amérique
🇪🇸 América
🇹🇷 Amerika
🇰🇷 아메리카
🇸🇦 أمريكا
🇨🇿 Amerika
🇸🇰 Amerika
🇨🇳 美洲 (Měizhōu)
🇸🇮 Amerika
🇮🇸 Ameríka
🇰🇿 Америка
🇬🇪 ამერიკა
🇦🇿 Amerika
🇲🇽 América
Word origin
The word 'America' is derived from the Latin version of the name of the Italian explorer Amerigo Vespucci. It was first used to refer to the landmass discovered by Vespucci in the late 15th century. Over time, 'America' came to represent the entire continent and eventually the country known as the United States of America.