a republic in western Europe; the largest country wholly in Europe
"France is a republic in western Europe and the largest country wholly located on the continent."
French writer of sophisticated novels and short stories (1844-1924)
"Many readers consider France to be a master of literary fiction, though his actual name is Marcel Proust."
A country in western Europe, Member state of the European Union (since 1993), having Paris as its capital city, bounded by Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Monaco, Andorra and Spain. Official name: French Republic
"France is a western European nation with Paris as its capital that borders eight other countries including Spain and Germany."
The name France comes from the Latin word Francia, which was originally the name of a Germanic tribe called the Franks. While the exact origin is uncertain, it likely derives from a Proto-Germanic root meaning "javelin."