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Congo Definition & Meaning

congo
noun
  1. a republic in central Africa; achieved independence from Belgium in 1960
  2. a major African river (one of the world's longest); flows through Congo into the South Atlantic
  3. a republic in west-central Africa; achieved independence from France in 1960
  4. black tea grown in China

"Congo" in song lyrics

See how congo is used in real songs:

  • "Attack zones, City like the Congo"
    Bronze Nazareth f/ Beace, Kevlaar 7 — World Bred
  • "Straight out the Congo"
    Camp Lo — Gorilla Pimp
  • "Ready to pop you, venomous snakes out the Congo"
    Cannibal Ox — Raspberry Fields

Words that rhyme with congo

Usage tips for "congo"

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Frequently asked questions

What does congo mean?
a republic in central Africa; achieved independence from Belgium in 1960 a major African river (one of the world's longest); flows through Congo into the South Atlantic a republic in west-central Africa; achieved independence from France in 1960 black tea grown in China
What part of speech is congo?
Congo is a noun.
How many definitions does congo have?
Congo has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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