cyprus
n. countablen. an island country in the eastern Mediterranean Sea. It is located south of Turkey and west of Syria.
n. an island nation in the eastern Mediterranean, situated south of the Anatolian Peninsula. It is a member of the European Union and is geographically located at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa.
We are planning a holiday to Cyprus this summer.
The archaeological sites in Cyprus offer a fascinating look into the island's ancient Greek and Roman history.
Strategically located in the eastern Mediterranean, Cyprus has historically served as a vital maritime hub for trade and cultural exchange between diverse civilizations.
From Latin Cyprus, from Ancient Greek Κύπρος (Kúpros).
Usually treated as a singular proper noun; the definite article 'the' is not used before the name of the country.
I am going to the CyprusI am going to CyprusUnlike 'the Netherlands' or 'the UK', the name of this island nation does not take a definite article.