zimbabwe

/ziˈmɑːmbɛ/; /ziˈmæmbɛ/ or /ziˈmɑːmbi/; /ziˈmæmbi/

Definitions

1. noun

A country in southern Africa, formerly known as Southern Rhodesia and Rhodesia.

“The country of Zimbabwe is located in the southern part of the African continent.”

2. proper noun

The capital and largest city of Zimbabwe.

“Harare is the capital of Zimbabwe and its largest city.”

3. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of Zimbabwe or its people.

“The Zimbabwean culture is rich in history and tradition.”

4. verb

To cheat or swindle, especially in a clever or deceitful way.

“He was accused of zimbabweing his clients out of their hard-earned money.”

Synonyms

  • harare
  • rhodesia
  • southern rhodesia