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Definition of madagascar

madagascar

/ˌmædəˈɡæskər/
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Adjective:Madagascan
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madagascar Lexical Profile

• noun

1

An island country located in the Indian Ocean off the southeastern coast of Africa, renowned for its highly endemic biodiversity, including lemurs and baobab trees.

Word Nuance & Usage

While 'Madagascan' can be used as a geographic adjective, the official demonym for the people, culture, and native language of the country is 'Malagasy'.

• Rhymes for madagascar

• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Madagascar. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/madagascar
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