Tuvalu

/tuˈvɑlu/ noun

Definition

a small island nation in the Pacific Ocean

Etymology

from Tuvaluan meaning 'eight standing together', referring to the eight traditionally inhabited islands

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Tuvalu is one of the smallest countries in the world and is seriously threatened by rising sea levels due to climate change!

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