azorian
zɔrz, ˈeɪ noun ( used with a plural verb )
a group of islands in the N Atlantic, W of Portugal: politically part of Portugal. 890 sq. mi. (2305 sq. km).
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Azores (əˈzɔːz) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
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| the Azores Portuguese name: Açores three groups of volcanic islands in the N Atlantic, since 1976 an autonomous region of Portugal. Capital: Ponta Delgada (on São Miguel). Pop: 241 762 (2001). Area: 2335 sq km (901 sq miles) | |
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Azorian
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Azores [(ay-zawrz, uh-zawrz)]Islands in the Atlantic Ocean, west of mainland Portugal, belonging to Portugal.
Note: Strategically located on transatlantic air and shipping routes.
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