landlocked

Meanings

• adjective

  A country or region that is not bordered by any sea or ocean.

  - "Austria is a landlocked country located in Central Europe."
  - "Many landlocked countries face unique challenges in terms of transportation and economic development."

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Variants

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landlocked

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Etymology

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Derived from the Old English word 'lond' meaning 'land' and the Old North French word 'lock' meaning 'surrounded by water'.

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Trivia

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1. There are 48 landlocked countries in the world.

2. Some of the largest landlocked countries include China, Kazakhstan, and Russia.

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Related Concepts

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1. geography: Landlocked is a term used in geography to describe countries or regions that do not have direct access to the sea or ocean.

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Culture

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Landlocked countries have a rich cultural heritage and unique challenges due to their geographical location. For instance, Bolivia, a landlocked country in South America, has a vibrant indigenous culture and is known for its stunning natural beauty.

How to Memorize "landlocked"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a country surrounded by land on all sides with no access to the sea or ocean.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'landlocked' with the image of a country surrounded by mountains or other land formations.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Lands Locked' to remember that landlocked countries are surrounded by land and have no access to the sea.

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