the capital of Singapore; one of the world's biggest ports
"Singapore is a bustling city that serves as both the capital and one of the world's biggest ports."
a country in southeastern Asia on the island of Singapore; achieved independence from Malaysia in 1965
"After achieving independence from Malaysia in 1965, Singapore established itself as a sovereign nation in southeastern Asia."
an island to the south of the Malay Peninsula
"The cruise ship anchored off Singapore, the lush green island situated just south of the Malay Peninsula."
An island and city-state in Southeast Asia, located off the southernmost tip of the Malay Peninsula; a former British crown colony. Official name: Republic of Singapore.
"Singapore is a vibrant island and city-state in Southeast Asia that was once a British crown colony before becoming an independent republic."
The name Singapore comes from the Malay word Singapura, which was borrowed from Sanskrit. It originally meant "Lion City," combining words for lion and city.