nation

Meanings

• noun

  A large body of people sharing a common history, culture, language, and often a government.

  - "The United States is a nation of immigrants."
  - "Canada is a peaceful and prosperous nation."
  - "The nation celebrated its independence day with great pomp and show."

• noun

  A group of people living under a single government.

  - "The citizens of the nation elected a new president."
  - "The nation declared war on its neighboring country."
  - "The nation's economy was in shambles."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈneɪ.ʃən/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈneɪ.ʃən/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

student nation , thede

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with nation
nation , frustration , vacation , creation

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Variants

List of all variants of nation that leads to same result
nation , nations , Carry Nation , Nation , nation-state , nation-states , First Nation , First Nations , the nation

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Latin word 'natio' meaning 'birth' or 'race'.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. There are 195 recognized sovereign nations in the world today.

2. The largest nation by land area is Russia, while the smallest is the Vatican City.

3. The first recorded use of the word 'nation' was in the 14th century.

4. The United States and Canada share the longest international border in the world, over 5,500 miles long.

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Related Concepts

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1. State: A political entity with defined territorial borders and a centralized government.

2. Society: A group of people living in a particular area or sharing a particular culture.

3. Ethnicity: A social group defined by its shared cultural heritage, including language, religion, and traditions.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

The culture of a nation is shaped by its history, language, traditions, and values. It includes literature, art, music, food, and social customs. For instance, the culture of Japan is known for its tea ceremony, kimono, sushi, and anime.

How to Memorize "nation"

1. visualize
   

   - Close your eyes and imagine a large group of people gathered together, celebrating their unique identity and heritage.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'nation' with the idea of a community or a group of people sharing a common identity.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering that 'Nations' start with 'N' and represent 'New' and 'Notable' groups of people.

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