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Noun formosa has 1 sense
  1. Taiwan, Formosa - an island in southeastern Asia 100 miles off the coast of mainland China in the South China Sea
    --1 is a kind of island
    --1 is a part of South China Sea

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Formosa

Definition: Formosa is the historical name for the island of Taiwan. It is derived from the Portuguese word "formosa," meaning "beautiful."

Part of Speech: noun

Senses:

  1. Historical name for Taiwan
  2. A type of pottery

Usage:

  1. The island of Formosa offers breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage.
  2. This exquisite piece of Formosa pottery features intricate hand-painted designs.

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