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Colombia
/kəˈloʊmbiə/
Definition
1
A republic in northwestern South America, bordered by the Pacific Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Venezuela, Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, and Panama; capital Bogotá; known for its coffee, emeralds, biodiversity, and vibrant culture.
2
Named after Christopher Columbus (Spanish: Cristóbal Colón), reflecting its colonial history.
Examples
After chugging Colombian coffee all morning, I was typing emails at warp speed—watch out, world!
Colombia’s streets pulse with salsa dancers who make your uncle's wedding moves look like a sad robot malfunction.
She flashed a smile brighter than a Colombian emerald, leaving everyone in the room questioning their life choices.
Lost in Colombia’s cloud forests, I finally understood why 'monkey business' is a global thing.