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Timor
tee-maw
Timor (name) means an island in Southeast Asia, split between Indonesia and East Timor. Example: “Timor lies at the southern edge of the Indonesian archipelago.”
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An island in Southeast Asia, split between Indonesia and East Timor.
"Timor lies at the southern edge of the Indonesian archipelago."
How to use Timor
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn island in the Indonesian archipelago, whose eastern half is the independent nation of East Timor.
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_____ lies at the southern edge of the Indonesian archipelago.
Etymology
From Malay timur, meaning "east".
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.
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