madagascar

• Grande île-État située au sud-est de l'Afrique, réputée pour sa biodiversité unique; indépendante de la France depuis 1960.

A large island nation located off the southeastern coast of Africa, known for its unique biodiversity; it gained independence from France in 1960.

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1. Country in AfricaB1formal

   A republic located on the island of Madagascar in the Indian Ocean, which gained independence from France in 1960.

   Madagascar (pays)

   • Madagascar is known for its unique wildlife, such as lemurs.
   • The capital of Madagascar is Antananarivo.
   • She traveled to Madagascar to study its biodiversity.

2. B1formal

   The fourth largest island in the world, situated off the southeastern coast of Africa in the Indian Ocean.

   Madagascar (île)

   • Madagascar is surrounded by the Indian Ocean.
   • The island of Madagascar was once part of the supercontinent Gondwana.
   • Many unique species evolved on Madagascar due to its isolation.

3. Animated film seriesA2informal

   A popular animated movie franchise by DreamWorks about a group of animals from the Central Park Zoo who end up on the island of Madagascar.

   Madagascar (série de films d'animation)

   • My kids love watching the Madagascar movies.
   • The character King Julien from Madagascar is hilarious.
   • We watched Madagascar 2: Escape from Africa last weekend.