Lao People's Democratic Republic (Noun)
Meaning
A mountainous landlocked communist state in southeastern Asia; achieved independence from France in 1949.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The Lao People's Democratic Republic has a long history of cultural and economic ties with neighboring China.
- In the 1960s, the Lao People's Democratic Republic was heavily bombed by the United States during the Vietnam War.
- The official name of the country is the Lao People's Democratic Republic, but it is more commonly known as Laos.
- Agriculture is the main industry in the Lao People's Democratic Republic, with many farmers growing rice and other crops in the fertile valleys.
- Tourists are increasingly visiting the Lao People's Democratic Republic to experience its natural beauty and rich cultural heritage.