saigon

/sæɪˈɡɒn/

Definitions

1. noun

the capital of Vietnam, especially during the Vietnam War, which began in 1955 and ended in 1975.

“The news reports described the chaos and destruction that occurred during the fall of Saigon.”

2. proper noun

the official name of Ho Chi Minh City, the largest city in Vietnam.

“The tourists visited the War Remnants Museum in Saigon to learn about the city’s history.”

3. proper adjective

relating to or characteristic of Saigon, especially during the Vietnam War.

“The documentary film told the story of the Saigon children who were affected by the war.”

Synonyms

  • Ho Chi Minh City
  • Vietnam

Antonyms

  • Hanoi