Biafra

geographical name

Bi·​a·​fra bē-ˈä-frə How to pronounce Biafra (audio)
bī-,
-ˈa-
former secessionist state (1967–70) in southeastern Nigeria
Biafran
bē-ˈä-frən How to pronounce Biafra (audio)
bī-
-ˈa-
adjective or noun

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“Biafra.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Biafra. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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