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Definition of argentina

argentina

/ˌɑːrdʒənˈtiːnə/
Ar · gen · ti · na
Adjective:Argentine
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argentina Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A large country located in the southern half of South America, bordered by the Andes mountains to the west and the Atlantic Ocean to the east, known for its extensive pampas grassland and vibrant cultural heritage.

2

A genus of marine ray-finned fishes in the family Argentinidae, commonly known as argentines or herring smelts, which inhabit deep ocean waters.

Example

"Marine biologists studied the diet of Argentina silus, a species of smelt found in the northern Atlantic."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'argentum' meaning 'silver'. The name originated from early Spanish and Portuguese explorers who believed the region contained the legendary Sierra de la Plata (Silver Mountains).

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Argentina. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/argentina
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