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Tonkin

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Name — A historical name for the region of northern Vietnam, also the source of the name for the Gulf of Tonkin.

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Etymology

From a medieval diminutive form of the given name Thomas.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Tonkin” mean?

The word “Tonkin” means a historical name for the region of northern Vietnam, also the source of the name for the Gulf of Tonkin.

How do you use “Tonkin” in a sentence?

Here is “Tonkin” used in a sentence: “The ship sailed through the Gulf of Tonkin.”

What part of speech is “Tonkin”?

“Tonkin” is a name.

Related words

Tong-King Tonquin

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