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Definition of paraguay

paraguay

/ˈpær.ə.ɡwaɪ/
Par · a · guay
Adjective:Paraguayan
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paraguay Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A landlocked country in central South America, bordered by Argentina to the south and southwest, Brazil to the east and northeast, and Bolivia to the northwest.

Example

"Because Paraguay is a landlocked nation, it relies heavily on the Paraná and Paraguay rivers for commercial access to the Atlantic Ocean."

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Guaraní language, originally referring to the Paraguay River. The exact translation is debated, but common interpretations include 'water of the Payagua' (a native tribe) or 'river that gives birth to the sea.'

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Paraguay. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/paraguay
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