DR Congo
Definition
A large, resource-rich country located in Central Africa, formerly known as Zaire, and the second-largest country on the continent by area.
The official designation of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, often utilized in international sports (like FIFA or CAF) and diplomatic contexts to distinguish it from the neighboring Republic of the Congo.
Examples
If you are looking for a country that is effectively a geology textbook come to life, DR Congo is definitely the place to start.
Trying to navigate the logistics of the DR Congo makes a casual traveler realize that their 'big trip' to the local grocery store was really just a warm-up act.
The DR Congo national football team consistently proves that international tournaments are far more entertaining when they are on the pitch.