an island republic on Nauru Island; phosphate exports support the economy
"Nauru is a small island republic where its economy relies heavily on phosphate exports."
a small island in the central Pacific Ocean 2,800 miles to the southwest of Hawaii; in Micronesia to the west of the Gilbert Islands
"The tiny nation of Nauru lies in the heart of the Pacific Ocean, just off the coast of Australia."
A country in Oceania. Official name: Republic of Nauru.
"Nauru is a small island nation located in the Pacific Ocean that relies heavily on phosphate mining and offshore services."
The name Nauru likely comes from the Nauruan word anáoero, which means "I go to the beach." This suggests the island was named for its coastal nature.