chile
noun
Simple meaning
A republic in southern South America on the western slopes of the Andes on the south Pacific coast.
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ˈtʃɪli
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noun
A republic in southern South America on the western slopes of the Andes on the south Pacific coast
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A country in South America. Official name: Republic of Chile. Capital and largest city: Santiago.
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