Gabun
- proper noun
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Gabón
- While crafted as fiction, Faure nevertheless insists in the preface to his 1936 compilation, Christ in the Great Forest, that included in it are "tales from the depths of the Great Forest of Gabun, tales based on actual occurrences, all of them."
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From Primitive Negro Sculpture, pl. 9, "Gabun." This sculpture, with its swelling, unadorned forms, fits the book's narrow definition of the Gabon style, though other works from Gabon do not.
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The Republic of Gabun is known for its rich biodiversity and vibrant culture.
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"Gabun." Barnes purchased his African sculptures from Guillaume, who provided the dates and attributions for all the works in the 1926 book.
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Many tourists visit Gabun to explore its stunning national parks and wildlife.
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In Gabun, the coastal cities offer a unique blend of traditional and modern lifestyles.
Synonyms
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A country on the west coast of Central Africa
A country in Central Africa on the west coast commonly called Gabon
Surface Forms
Etymology
Gabun comes from the Portuguese word Gabão, which means 'cloak' or 'gown'. Early sailors thought the wide bend of the river and bay looked like a cloak, so the place was named for that shape and the name became the country's name.