Etymology

East Timor

Today it means: A country in Southeast Asia occupying half the island of Timor. Official name: Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste. Capital: Dili. Full definition →

Portuguese Timor-Leste
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  1. Portuguese · calque ofTimor-Leste
  2. English todayEast Timor

Calque of Portuguese Timor-Leste.

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