Bal·e·ar·ic Islands (b l  -r  k) An archipelago in the western Mediterranean Sea off the eastern coast of Spain. Noted for their scenery and mild climate, the islands are a major tourist center. |
Balearic Islands [ˌbælɪˈærɪk]
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(Placename) a group of islands in the W Mediterranean, consisting of Majorca, Minorca, Ibiza, Formentera, Cabrera, and 11 islets: a province of Spain. Capital: Palma, on Majorca. Pop.: 845 630 (2000 est.). Area: 5012 sq. km (1935 sq. miles) Spanish name Baleares [baleˈares]
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| Noun | 1. |  Balearic Islands - an archipelago in the western Mediterranean off the eastern coast of SpainEspana, Kingdom of Spain, Spain - a parliamentary monarchy in southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula; a former colonial power Majorca - the largest of the Balearic Islands |
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