Cambodia

Pronunciation

Origin

From French Cambodge and Portuguese Camboja. Both these words are derived from Middle Khmer Kambuja (Modern Khmer, Kampuchea). Ultimately from Sanskrit काम्बोज (kāmbōja, "a tribe mentioned in Hindu scripture").

Full definition of Cambodia

Proper noun

1. A country in Southeast Asia. Official name: Kingdom of Cambodia. Former name: Kampuchea.