Republic of Cyprus
- proper noun
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República de Chipre
- The Republic of Cyprus became a member of the European Union in 2004.
Examples
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Many tourists visit the Republic of Cyprus for its beautiful beaches and historical sites.
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Diplomatic relations between the Republic of Cyprus and neighboring countries are of great importance.
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The Republic of Cyprus is known for its beautiful beaches.
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Did you know that the Republic of Cyprus has a rich history?
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Many tourists visit the Republic of Cyprus for its beautiful beaches and historical sites.
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The Republic of Cyprus became a member of the European Union in 2004.
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Diplomatic relations between the Republic of Cyprus and neighboring countries are of great importance.
Synonyms
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An island country in the eastern Mediterranean divided into Greek and Turkish parts
Surface Forms
Morphology
The meaning is directly compositional: 'republic' (a state governed by elected representatives) + 'of' (indicating belonging) + 'Cyprus' (the country) yields the official name of the state of Cyprus. This is a cross-linguistically common naming pattern (e.g., 'República de...', 'République de...'), so a B1 learner who knows the constituents can readily infer the meaning.
Etymology
Republic of Cyprus is the official name for the independent country on the island of Cyprus. The word Republic means a state run by 'elected leaders', and Cyprus is the island's old name, linked long ago to copper mines — picture a small, shiny copper island. So the name simply says it is the 'self-governing country' of the island of Cyprus.