• Senegal

    Pronunciation

    Origin

    Probably from a Portuguese transliteration of the name of the Zenaga, or combination of the supreme deity in Serer religion (Rog Sene) and o gal meaning body of water in the Serer language.

    Full definition of Senegal

    Proper noun

    Senegal

    (plural Senegals)
    1. Country in Western Africa. Official name: Republic of Senegal.

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