Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Kampuchea
Proper noun
/kæmˈpuːtʃə/
Definition
Kampuchea is the name used during the period of the Khmer Rouge regime in Cambodia, from 1975 to 1979.
Examples
- The name Kampuchea evokes memories of a challenging period in Cambodian history.
- Many documents from the late 1970s refer to the nation as Democratic Kampuchea.
- The film highlighted the struggles faced by the people of Kampuchea during the Khmer Rouge era.
Meaning
It refers to the country of Cambodia, indicating its rich cultural and historical heritage, particularly during a tumultuous time in its history.
Synonyms
- Cambodia
- Democratic Kampuchea
- Khmer Republic
