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Greece
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A country in southeastern Europe, official name the Hellenic Republic, with Athens as its capital.
"They spent two weeks island-hopping around Greece last summer."
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Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe European country known for its ancient history, islands, and Mediterranean cuisine.
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Etymology
From Latin Graecia, from Ancient Greek Graikos — the Latin name, not the Greeks' own name for their country (Hellas).