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Definition of uruguay
uruguay
/ˈjʊr.ə.ɡwaɪ/
U · ru · guay
Adjective:Uruguayan
uruguay Lexical Profile
CEFR
B1
Grade
6
Tier
2
Usage
Top 10k
• noun
1
A country in the southeastern region of South America, bordered by Argentina to its west and Brazil to its north and east, with the Atlantic Ocean to the south and southeast.
Example
"Uruguay is globally recognized for its high standard of living, progressive social policies, and passionate football culture."
Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the Guaraní language, originally the name of the local river. It is historically interpreted to mean either 'river of the painted birds' or 'river of the uruguá' (a type of freshwater snail native to the region).
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Uruguay. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/uruguay