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Definition of mozambique
mozambique
/ˌmoʊ.zæmˈbiːk/
Mo · zam · bique
Adjective:Mozambican
mozambique Lexical Profile
CEFR
B1
Grade
6
Tier
2
Usage
Top 10k
• noun
1
A country located in southeastern Africa, bordered by the Indian Ocean to the east, known for its extensive coastline, diverse wildlife, and Portuguese colonial heritage.
Example
"We spent our summer vacation exploring the pristine beaches and vibrant coral reefs of Mozambique."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the Island of Mozambique, which was named after Musa Al Big (Mussa Bin Bique), an Arab trader who ruled the island when the Portuguese arrived in 1498.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mozambique. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mozambique