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thailand

n. uncountable
A1 Beginner US //ˈtaɪˌɫænd// thai·land

n. a country in Southeast Asia known for its tropical beaches, royal palaces, and ancient temples. People often visit for its famous food and warm weather.

n. a sovereign state in Southeast Asia, bordered by Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia, and Malaysia. It is a constitutional monarchy formerly known as Siam.


SIMPLE

I am planning a trip to Thailand next winter.

CONTEXTUAL

Many international travelers fly into Bangkok before exploring the islands in the south of Thailand.

COMPLEX

The agricultural sector in Thailand remains a significant part of the national economy, particularly through the export of high-quality rice and rubber to global markets.

Synonyms
Origin

From Thai + -land, from Thai ไทย (tai), from ไท (tai, “Tai, or 'free' via folk etymology”).

Usage

As a proper noun, it is always capitalized and typically used without a definite article.

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