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lombok: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples

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UK/ˈlɒmbɒk/US/ˈlɑːmbɑːk/

Formal (geographical/culinary reference), Informal (travel context)

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What does “lombok” mean?

The name of an island in Indonesia, part of the Lesser Sunda Islands.

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Definition

Meaning and Definition

The name of an island in Indonesia, part of the Lesser Sunda Islands.

The island is known for its beaches, surfing spots, and the Mount Rinjani volcano. The term is also used to refer to a chili pepper variety named after the island.

Dialectal Variation

British vs American Usage

Differences

No significant differences in usage. Both refer to the same geographical entity or chili pepper.

Connotations

Connotes exotic travel, beaches, surfing (geographical); heat, spiciness (culinary).

Frequency

Equally low frequency in both dialects, appearing mainly in travel, geography, or specialty food contexts.

Grammar

How to Use “lombok” in a Sentence

[Proper Noun][Adjective] + LombokLombok + [Noun]

Vocabulary

Collocations

strong
island of LombokLombok StraitLombok pepper
medium
travel to Lombokbeaches in Lomboksurfing in Lombok
weak
beautiful Lombokremote Lomboktrip to Lombok

Examples

Examples of “lombok” in a Sentence

verb

British English

  • No standard verb use.

American English

  • No standard verb use.

adverb

British English

  • No standard adverb use.

American English

  • No standard adverb use.

adjective

British English

  • The Lombok coastline is stunning.
  • A Lombok-style villa.

American English

  • A Lombok pepper is very hot.
  • Lombok tourism is growing.

Usage

Meaning in Context

Business

Tourism and hospitality industry referring to the destination.

Academic

Geographical, volcanological, or anthropological studies of Indonesia.

Everyday

Travel planning, discussing food or cooking with specific chili peppers.

Technical

Cartography, horticulture (for the chili cultivar).

Vocabulary

Synonyms of “lombok”

Strong

Sasak island (historical/ethnic reference)Cabe lombok (Indonesian for the chili)

Weak

resortvolcanic islandspice

Vocabulary

Antonyms of “lombok”

mainlandblandnessmild pepper

Watch out

Common Mistakes When Using “lombok”

  • Misspelling as 'Lomboc' or 'Lambok'. Using it as a countable noun (e.g., 'a lombok').

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

No, Lombok is an island, part of the nation of Indonesia.

Lombok is generally less developed for tourism, has a different cultural heritage (predominantly Sasak and Islamic), and is known for Mount Rinjani, whereas Bali is Hindu-majority and more densely touristed.

Not in English. In English, it is a specific reference to the chili variety named after the island. In Indonesian, 'lombok' or 'cabe lombok' can mean chili pepper more generally.

In British English, it is /ˈlɒmbɒk/ (LOM-bok). In American English, it is /ˈlɑːmbɑːk/ (LOM-bahk).

The name of an island in Indonesia, part of the Lesser Sunda Islands.

Lombok is usually formal (geographical/culinary reference), informal (travel context) in register.

Phrases

Idioms & Phrases

  • “None established in general English.”

Learning

Memory Aids

Mnemonic

Think of 'LOMBOK' as 'Long On Magnificent Beaches, OK?' - linking it to its famous coastal scenery.

Conceptual Metaphor

A GATEWAY (to less-developed, authentic Indonesian experience compared to Bali). A SPICE (source of heat/flavour).

Practice

Quiz

Fill in the gap
Mount Rinjani, an active volcano, is the highest peak on .
Multiple Choice

In a culinary context, 'lombok' most commonly refers to:

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