Africa
|Af-ri-ca|
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/ˈæf.rɪ.kə/
continent south of Europe
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Africa' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'Africa,' which referred to the land of the Afri people in the region of present-day Tunisia.
Historical Evolution
'Africa' changed from the Latin word 'Africa' and has remained largely unchanged in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the land of the Afri people, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of the entire continent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a continent located south of Europe and bordered to the west by the Atlantic Ocean and to the east by the Indian Ocean.
Africa is known for its diverse cultures and wildlife.
Last updated: 2025/05/25 08:06