Greenland
What is another word for Greenland? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Name — A large, largely ice-covered self-governing territory of Denmark, located in North America.
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Etymology
A calque of Old Norse Grǿnland ("green land"), from grǿnn ("green") plus land.
Full origin of Greenland →Frequently asked questions
What does “Greenland” mean?
The word “Greenland” means a large, largely ice-covered self-governing territory of Denmark, located in North America. In plain terms, the world's largest island, mostly covered in ice, governed as an autonomous territory of Denmark.
How do you pronounce “Greenland”?
“Greenland” is pronounced GREEN-luhnd (/ˈɡɹiːn.lənd/ in IPA).
How do you use “Greenland” in a sentence?
Here is “Greenland” used in a sentence: “Most of Greenland's interior is covered by a massive ice sheet.”
What part of speech is “Greenland”?
“Greenland” is a name.
Where does the word “Greenland” come from?
The word “Greenland” comes from Old Norse. A calque of Old Norse Grǿnland ("green land"), from grǿnn ("green") plus land.
Is “Greenland” a common word?
“Greenland” is an uncommon word in modern English.
