iraq
noun
Simple meaning
A republic in the Middle East in western Asia.
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ɪˈɹɑk
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noun
A republic in the Middle East in western Asia; the ancient civilization of Mesopotamia was in the area now known as Iraq
A country in West Asia in the Middle East. Official name: Republic of Iraq. Capital and largest city: Baghdad.
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