The nation
Example: The nation implements new policies
Definition
"The nation" refers to a large group of people who share a common identity, often connected by culture, language, history, or territory, and usually organized under a single government or political system. For example, "The nation implements new policies."
Etymology
The phrase "the nation" comes from the Latin word 'natio,' meaning 'birth' or 'people born in the same place.' Over time, it evolved to denote a collective of people united by common descent or culture. Did you know? The concept of a 'nation' became especially important during the rise of modern nation-states in Europe.
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"The nation" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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