All Definitions for China
Below are all the dictionary definitions of china:
1A large country in East Asia, occupying the region around the Yellow, Yangtze, and Pearl Rivers
2The People's Republic of China, since 1949.
3A cultural region and civilization in East Asia, occupying the region around the Yellow, Yangtze, and Pearl Rivers, taken as a whole under its various dynasties.
4Synonym of mainland China.
5China in One China, asserting that there is only one de jure Chinese nation
6The Republic of China prior to 1949, and sometimes after that time, particularly up through the early 1970's or so (when the People's Republic of China assumed the United Nations seat allocated to China).
7Any of the empires occupying similar territory to that of the modern nation of China, ruled under various dynasties up through the early 20th century.
8An unincorporated community in Jefferson County, Indiana, United States.
9A town in Kennebec County, Maine, United States.
10An unincorporated community in Howell County, Missouri, United States.
11A hamlet in Delaware County, New York, United States.
12A small city in Jefferson County, Texas, United States.
13A municipality and town in Nuevo León, Mexico.
14A town in Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan.
15A female given name.
16A Chinese person.
17Synonym of porcelain, a hard white translucent ceramic made from kaolin, now (chiefly US) sometimes distinguished in reference to tableware as fine or good china.
18Chinaware: porcelain tableware.
19Cheaper and lower-quality ceramic and ceramic tableware, distinguished from porcelain.
20Synonym of mate (rhyme of china-plate).
21Synonym of China rose, in its various senses.
22Tea from China, (particularly) varieties cured by smoking or opposed to Indian cultivars.
23A kind of drum cymbal approximating a Chinese style of cymbal, but usually with Turkish influences.
24Synonym of China root, the root of Smilax china (particularly) as a medicine.
25Synonym of cheyney: worsted or woolen stuff.
26A glazed china marble.
27Alternative letter-case form of china: porcelain tableware. [(uncountable) Synonym of porcelain, a hard white translucent ceramic made from kaolin, now (chiefly US) sometimes distinguished in reference to tableware as fine or good china.]
28Alternative form of china: a mate, a friend. [(uncountable) Synonym of porcelain, a hard white translucent ceramic made from kaolin, now (chiefly US) sometimes distinguished in reference to tableware as fine or good china.]
29Clipping of China tea. [(botany, beverages) A tea made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant, a variety of the tea plant that is mainly grown in southern China.]
30Clipping of China rose, various flowers. [A plant or flower of the repeat-blooming Chinese rose species Rosa chinensis.]
31Alternative form of cheyney: woollen stuff
32Items made or filled with cheyney. [(historical, dated) Worsted or woollen materials used for hangings or upholstery.]
About synonyms for china
Finding the right synonym for china helps writers avoid repetition and add precision to their work. Defined as "A large country in East Asia, occupying the region around the Yellow, Yangtze, and Pearl Rivers", china has 2 alternatives that can fit different contexts and tones.
Each synonym carries a slightly different shade of meaning. Prc is the most direct replacement in most situations. Cathay works well in formal or professional contexts.
When choosing a synonym, consider the connotation, formality level, and audience. Some alternatives work better in casual conversation while others shine in academic or professional writing. For example, using a more formal synonym in a business email can elevate your tone, while a casual synonym might feel more natural in creative writing or dialogue.
It is also worth noting that not all synonyms are perfectly interchangeable. The context of your sentence, the surrounding words, and the intended emotional impact all play a role in selecting the best alternative. The list above provides the most common and useful replacements for china, but always read your sentence aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally.