Norway (Noun)
Meaning
A constitutional monarchy in northern Europe on the western side of the Scandinavian Peninsula; achieved independence from Sweden in 1905.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- Norway shares a long border with Sweden to the east and a shorter border with Russia to the northeast.
- The northernmost part of Norway lies within the Arctic Circle, resulting in the midnight sun during the summer months.
- Norway's fjords are some of the most impressive natural features in the world, attracting millions of tourists each year.
- After being in a union with Denmark for several centuries, Norway declared independence in 1814 but was soon forced into a union with Sweden.
- The country gained full independence from Sweden in 1905, with Haakon VII as its first king.