Mauritius
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Definition
An island country in the Indian Ocean.
Etymology
Derived from the Dutch 'Mauritius', named in honor of Prince Maurice of Orange. The name was bestowed by Dutch explorers in the 17th century when they first discovered and claimed the island.
Semantic Category
Specific names of cities, countries, or entities (e.g., Jakarta, Indonesia).
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