congo

n. one of two countries in Central Africa: the Democratic Republic of the Congo or the Republic of the Congo.

n. either of two sovereign states in Central Africa, distinguished by their official names and capitals (Kinshasa and Brazzaville).

“He spent three years working as a doctor in the Congo.”

“Diplomatic relations between the two nations improved following the summit held in the capital of the Republic of the Congo.”

n. a very large river in Central Africa that flows into the Atlantic Ocean.

n. a major river in Central Africa, the second longest on the continent, which serves as a vital transport artery for the region.

“The Congo is one of the deepest and most powerful rivers in the world.”

“The expedition aimed to navigate the upper reaches of the Congo, documenting the diverse ecosystems found along its banks.”

interj. a short, informal way to say 'congratulations'.

interj. an informal clipped form of 'congratulations' used to express praise for an achievement.

“Big congo on your promotion, you really deserved it.”

“After the results were announced, his friends flooded his social media page with messages of 'congo' and best wishes.”

Informal · Dialect