cyprus

/ˈsaɪprəs/

Definitions

1. noun

An island in the eastern Mediterranean, south of Turkey.

“The tourists spent their vacation on the beautiful beaches of Cyprus.”

2. proper noun

The Republic of Cyprus, a country in the eastern Mediterranean.

“Cyprus has a rich history dating back to ancient times.”

3. noun

A type of wood, often used for furniture making.

“The carpenter chose a piece of cyprus wood for the table legs.”

Synonyms

  • island
  • wood

Antonyms

  • continent
  • stone