Borneo
|Bor/neo|
B2
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/ˈbɔːrni.oʊ/
🇬🇧
/ˈbɔːni.əʊ/
large Southeast Asian island
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Borneo' originates from the name 'Brunei,' which was used by European explorers to refer to the entire island.
Historical Evolution
'Borneo' was derived from the name 'Brunei,' which was used by early European explorers and eventually became the modern name for the island.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the entire island, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an island in Southeast Asia, the third-largest in the world, divided among three countries: Indonesia, Malaysia, and Brunei.
Borneo is known for its diverse wildlife and rainforests.
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42