a parliamentary state on the island of Mauritius
"The government of Mauritius operates as a parliamentary state where the prime minister is drawn from the legislature elected by the people of the island."
an island in the southwestern Indian Ocean
"Travelers often visit Mauritius to relax on its beautiful beaches in the southwestern Indian Ocean."
A country in the Indian Ocean. Official name: Republic of Mauritius
"The Republic of Mauritius is a vibrant island nation located in the middle of the Indian Ocean."
The name comes from the Latin word Mauritius, which was adapted from the Dutch name Maurits. It honors Prince Maurits van Nassau of Orange.