a republic in Central America; achieved independence from Spain in 1821
"Nicaragua is a republic in Central America that achieved independence from Spain in 1821."
A country in Central America. Official name: Republic of Nicaragua.
"Nicaragua, officially known as the Republic of Nicaragua, is a nation located on the isthmus of Central America."
The name Nicaragua comes from the Spanish word Nicaragua, which combines the indigenous term Nicarao with the Spanish word for water. It originally referred to a place associated with this native group and their waters.