Nai·ro·bi (n -r  b ) The capital and largest city of Kenya, in the south-central part of the country. Founded in 1899, it became the seat of government for British East Africa in 1905 and capital of independent Kenya in 1963. Population: 2,750,000. |
Nairobi [naɪˈrəʊbɪ]
n
(Placename) the capital of Kenya, in the southwest at an altitude of 1650 m (5500 ft.): founded in 1899; became capital in 1905; commercial and industrial centre; the Nairobi National Park (a game reserve) is nearby. Pop.: 2 143 254 (1999)
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
| Noun | 1. |  Nairobi - the capital and largest city of Kenya; a center for tourist safarisKenya, Republic of Kenya - a republic in eastern Africa; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1963; major archeological discoveries have been made in the Great Rift Valley in Kenya |
Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content.
| ?Page tools | ||
|---|---|---|
|