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Definition of casamance

casamance

/ˌkæz.əˈmɑːns/
Ca · sa · mance
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casamance Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A region in West Africa comprising the southern part of Senegal, situated south of the Gambia, known for its distinct tropical climate, rich agriculture, and cultural identity.

Example

"Researchers studied the unique mangrove ecosystems along the coast of the Casamance."

2

A major river in West Africa that flows westward through southern Senegal and empties into the Atlantic Ocean.

• Rhymes for casamance

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived via Portuguese from 'Kasa mansa', meaning 'King of Kasa' (where 'mansa' means 'king' in Mandinka), referring to the historical pre-colonial Kasa kingdom located in the area.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Casamance. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/casamance
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