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Corsica

KAW-sih-kuh

Corsica (name) means a French island in the Mediterranean Sea, birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte. Example: “They hiked along the rugged coastline of Corsica.”

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A French island in the Mediterranean Sea, birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte.
"They hiked along the rugged coastline of Corsica."
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Etymology

Borrowed from Latin Corsica.

Origin: Latin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Corsica” mean?

The word “Corsica” means a French island in the Mediterranean Sea, birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte.

How do you pronounce “Corsica”?

“Corsica” is pronounced KAW-sih-kuh (/ˈkɔɹsɪkə/ in IPA).

How do you use “Corsica” in a sentence?

Here is “Corsica” used in a sentence: “They hiked along the rugged coastline of Corsica.”

What part of speech is “Corsica”?

“Corsica” is a name.

Is “Corsica” a common word?

“Corsica” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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