Merauke
from marind
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noun
Proper Name
From marind
Definition
An easternmost regency in Papua
Etymology
Derived from the Marind language, specifically 'Maro-ke', meaning 'this is Maro' (referring to the Maro River). This term was adopted into Indonesian as the official toponym for the regency in eastern Papua following the colonial era.
Semantic Category
Specific names of cities, countries, or entities (e.g., Jakarta, Indonesia).
Proper Name