noun
Uncommon
Zimbabwe
zihm-BAHB-way
Zimbabwe (noun) means a landlocked country in Southern Africa, formerly known as Rhodesia. Example: “Victoria Falls sits on the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia.”
noun
1
A landlocked country in Southern Africa, formerly known as Rhodesia.
"Victoria Falls sits on the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia."
2
Any of the stone ruins found across the region, the most famous being Great Zimbabwe.
"Archaeologists have studied dozens of zimbabwes scattered across the plateau."
How to use Zimbabwe
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe Southern African nation, or, less commonly, one of the ancient stone-built ruins the country is named after.
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Word forms
- Plural
- zimbabwes
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Etymology
From a Shona phrase meaning "houses of stone," referring to the stone ruins of Great Zimbabwe.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Zimbabwe” mean?
The word “Zimbabwe” means a landlocked country in Southern Africa, formerly known as Rhodesia. In plain terms, the Southern African nation, or, less commonly, one of the ancient stone-built ruins the country is named after.
How do you pronounce “Zimbabwe”?
“Zimbabwe” is pronounced zihm-BAHB-way (/zɪmˈbɑːbweɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Zimbabwe” in a sentence?
Here is “Zimbabwe” used in a sentence: “Victoria Falls sits on the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia.”
What part of speech is “Zimbabwe”?
“Zimbabwe” is a noun.
Is “Zimbabwe” a common word?
“Zimbabwe” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Zimbabwe” have?
“Zimbabwe” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a landlocked country in Southern Africa, formerly known as Rhodesia.
What was Zimbabwe formerly known as?
Zimbabwe was formerly known as Rhodesia. It is a landlocked country located in Southern Africa.
What is Great Zimbabwe?
Great Zimbabwe is the most famous of the stone ruins found across the region, and it is also the source of the country's name. These stone ruins are a significant part of the region's historical heritage.
Is Zimbabwe a coastal country?
No, Zimbabwe is landlocked, meaning it has no coastline and no direct access to the sea.
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