Selon
from portugis
Verified
Standard
noun
Proper Name
From portugis
Definition
An alternative name for Sri Lanka
Etymology
Borrowed from the Portuguese 'Ceilão', which is an adaptation of the ancient name for Sri Lanka. This word entered Malay through colonial trade contact in the 16th and 17th centuries, referring to the island as a spice trade hub.
Semantic Category
Specific names of cities, countries, or entities (e.g., Jakarta, Indonesia).
Proper Name