Meaning & use

Zimbabwe

proper noun·Everyday

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A landlocked country in southern Africa, known for Victoria Falls and Great Zimbabwe ruins.

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Zimbabwe is famous for its beautiful national parks.

She was born in Zimbabwe but moved to Canada.

A note on using this word

Zimbabwe is a country in southern Africa. Its capital is Harare. The name comes from the Shona language and means 'houses of stone'. Always capitalize it as a proper noun.

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