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Timor

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Name — An island in Southeast Asia, split between Indonesia and East Timor.

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Etymology

From Malay timur, meaning "east".

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Timor” mean?

The word “Timor” means an island in Southeast Asia, split between Indonesia and East Timor. In plain terms, an island in the Indonesian archipelago, whose eastern half is the independent nation of East Timor.

How do you pronounce “Timor”?

“Timor” is pronounced tee-maw (/tiːmɔː/ in IPA).

How do you use “Timor” in a sentence?

Here is “Timor” used in a sentence: “Timor lies at the southern edge of the Indonesian archipelago.”

What part of speech is “Timor”?

“Timor” is a name.

Where does the word “Timor” come from?

The word “Timor” comes from Malay. From Malay timur, meaning "east".

Is “Timor” a common word?

“Timor” is an uncommon word in modern English.

Related words

East Timor Great Timor West Timor

Nearby words

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