Ethiopia is a republic in northeastern Africa on the Red Sea; formerly called Abyssinia
"Ethiopia, historically known as Abyssinia, stands as a sovereign republic in northeastern Africa bordering the Red Sea."
Country in Eastern Africa
"Ethiopia is a country located in Eastern Africa known for its ancient history and diverse landscapes."
The Ethiopian Empire, from c. 1270 to 1974; Abyssinia
"Before the fall of the monarchy in 1974, Emperor Haile Selassie ruled Ethiopia as its last emperor during the era when it was known internationally as Abyssinia."
The word comes from Latin Aethiopia and Ancient Greek, originally referring to "land of the sun-burnt people." It replaced an Old English term that meant "land of the sun worshippers."