Europe
ˈjʊrəp
Definition

Definition of Europe - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
geographycontinent located in the northern hemisphere, west of Asia
  • Europe is known for its diverse cultures and historical significance..
continent landmass region
2.
politicalUKthe European Union as a political entityUK
  • Europe has implemented new trade regulations.
EU European Community
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Expressions with Europe

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European country facing economic or political difficulties
In the 1990s, Italy was called the sick man of Europe.
Europe seen as closed to outsiders, especially immigrants
Critics call strict border rules a new Fortress Europe.
covering or affecting all of Europe
There was a Europe-wide survey on climate change.
supporting European unity or the European Union
She is known for her pro-Europe views.
the day marking Allied victory in Europe, WWII
Victory in Europe Day is celebrated on May 8th.
countries in the eastern part of Europe
Many countries in Eastern Europe joined the European Union.

Origin of Europe

Greek, Eurōpē (mythical Phoenician princess)

Terms with Europe included in their meaning

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place name
nation in western Europe, part of the European Union, known for culture
EUacr.
acr: European Union
group of countries working together in Europe
map region
Atlantic sea between Great Britain and Europe, noted for oil reserves
UEFAacr.
acr: Union of European Football Associations
organizes football events in Europe
person
someone from a continent, especially Europe
animal
small nocturnal burrowing mammal native to Europe and Asia
CoEacr.
acr: Council of Europe
organization that promotes human rights in Europe
GBacr.
acr: Great Britain
island country in Europe made up of England, Scotland, and Wales

Examples of Europe in a sentence

  • The cuisine in Europe varies greatly from country to country.
  • Europe is negotiating a new environmental policy.
  • The leaders of Europe met to discuss economic strategies.

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  1. French:Europe, ...
  2. German:Europa, ...
  3. Italian:Europa, ...
  4. Spanish:Europa, ...
  5. Portuguese:Europa, União Europeia, ...
  6. Chinese:欧洲, ...
  7. Japanese:ヨーロッパ, 欧州連合, ...
  8. Arabic:أُورُوبَّا, الاتحاد الأوروبي, ...
  9. Hebrew:אֵירוֹפָּה, הָאִיחוּד הָאֵירוֹפִּי, ...
  10. Russian:Европа, ...
  11. Ukrainian:Європа, ...
  12. Hindi:यूरोप, ...

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