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Burma
/ˈbɜːr.mə/
Definition
1
The former name (until 1989) of the Southeast Asian country now officially known as Myanmar, located between India and Thailand.
2
A republic in Southeast Asia known for its ancient Buddhist temples, jade mines, and diverse ethnic groups.
Examples
My grandpa still calls it Burma, claiming 'Myanmar' sounds like a smartphone autocorrect fail.
Burma's street food scene is so legendary, it turns foodies into temporary monks begging for seconds.
Wandering Burma's golden pagodas feels like a history app glitching into real life – bugs and all.
Burma's tea leaf salad is the salad that fights back, proving greens can pack a punch.