Afro-Asia
|Af-ro-A-sia|
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/ˌæfroʊˈeɪʒə/
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/ˌæfrəʊˈeɪʒə/
Africa and Asia combined
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Afro-Asia' originates from the combination of 'Afro-' referring to Africa and 'Asia,' indicating the two continents.
Historical Evolution
The term 'Afro-Asia' was coined to represent the geopolitical and cultural ties between Africa and Asia.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the geographical regions of Africa and Asia, but it has evolved to include cultural and political contexts.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a term used to describe the combined regions of Africa and Asia, often in the context of cultural, political, or economic discussions.
The conference focused on the economic development of Afro-Asia.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/02 21:41