Penang

//peˈnaŋ// name

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Definitions

Proper Noun
  1. 1
    A state in western Malaysia. Capital: George Town.
  2. 2
    An island of Penang, Malaysia.

Etymology

Borrowed from Malay pinang (“betel nut”), from Pulau Pinang.

Related phrases

Penang laksaPenang lawyergeorge town

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