malaysia

/məˈleɪziə/

Definitions

1. noun

A country in Southeast Asia that consists of Peninsular Malaysia and East Malaysia on the island of Borneo.

“She traveled to Malaysia for a cultural exchange program.”

2. proper noun

The official name of the country, used to refer to it in formal or official contexts.

“The Prime Minister of Malaysia delivered a speech at the United Nations General Assembly.”

Synonyms

  • Malay states
  • Malayan peninsula

Antonyms

  • foreign
  • non-Malaysian