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Cathay Definition & Meaning

cathay
noun
  1. a communist nation that covers a vast territory in eastern Asia; the most populous country in the world

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Frequently asked questions

What does cathay mean?
a communist nation that covers a vast territory in eastern Asia; the most populous country in the world
What part of speech is cathay?
Cathay is a noun.

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