United Kingdom (Noun)
Meaning
A monarchy in northwestern Europe occupying most of the British Isles; divided into England and Scotland and Wales and Northern Ireland; `Great Britain' is often used loosely to refer to the United Kingdom.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The royal family has been a symbol of the United Kingdom for centuries, representing the nation's history and values.
- In the United Kingdom, citizens typically celebrate national holidays like Boxing Day and Remembrance Day.
- A visit to the United Kingdom is not complete without trying some traditional British meals like fish and chips and full English breakfast.
- To study at a university in the United Kingdom, you usually need to apply well in advance due to high demand.
- Tourists from around the world flock to the United Kingdom each year to see famous landmarks like Buckingham Palace and Stonehenge.