Netherlands

/ˈnɛðərləndz/ proper noun

A country in Western Europe, known for its flat landscape, canals, windmills, and tulip fields. Its capital is Amsterdam, and its official language is Dutch.

From Dutch 'Nederland', meaning 'low country' or 'low lands' ('neder' = lower, 'land' = land). Much of the country lies at or below sea level, which matches the name.

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