Islamic Republic Of Mauritania (Noun)
Meaning
A country in northwestern Africa with a provisional military government; achieved independence from France in 1960; largely western Sahara Desert.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The Islamic Republic of Mauritania is a country in northwestern Africa with a provisional military government.
- Mauritania, officially known as the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, achieved independence from France in 1960.
- The Islamic Republic of Mauritania is largely covered by the western Sahara Desert, making it a challenging environment for its inhabitants.
- In 2018, the Islamic Republic of Mauritania was one of the poorest countries in the world, with a GDP per capita of less than $1,000.
- The government of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania has been working to develop the country's economy and reduce poverty since gaining independence.