singapore

n. a small island country and city in Southeast Asia, known for being a major center for business and trade.

n. A sovereign island city-state in Southeast Asia, situated off the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula.

“Many international companies have their main Asian offices in Singapore.”

“Singapore has transformed from a colonial trading post into one of the world's most prosperous financial hubs within a few decades.”

n. a popular dish of thin yellow noodles cooked with curry powder, vegetables, and meat.

n. A dish of stir-fried rice vermicelli seasoned with curry powder, vegetables, scrambled eggs, and meat. Uncountable in this culinary sense.

“I ordered a Singapore for lunch because I wanted something spicy.”

“While not actually a native dish of the city-state, Singapore remains a staple offering in Cantonese-style restaurants across the globe.”