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Definition of singapore

singapore

/ˌsɪŋ.ɡəˈpɔːr/
Sin · ga · pore
Adjective:Singaporean
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singapore Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A sovereign island country and city-state in maritime Southeast Asia, located at the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula.

Example

"Singapore is globally renowned for its rapid economic development, advanced infrastructure, and status as a major financial hub."

• Rhymes for singapore

• Nearby Words

similkameen
simmondsia
sinaloan milk snake
singapore
sink
sinkbox
sinkhole snake

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Malay word 'Singapura', which originates from the Sanskrit words 'siṃha' (lion) and 'pura' (city or town), hence the nickname 'Lion City'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Singapore. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/singapore
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