panama

noun
UK: /ˈpæn.ə.mɑː/
US: /ˈpæn.ə.mɑː/

  1. A type of lightweight hat made from straw.

    1. He wore a panama in the bright sunshine. [ ] [ ]
    2. During summer, a stylish panama offers protection from the sun's intense heat. [ ] [ ]

  2. A country in Central America.

    1. We are flying to panama next week. [ ] [ ]
    2. The panama Canal is an important shipping route that connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. [ ] [ ]
panama adjective

  1. A type of weave used in cloth.

    1. This shirt is made of panama cotton. [ ] [ ]
    2. The loose panama weave of the fabric makes it perfect for summer clothing. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "panama" in English means: A type of lightweight hat made from straw., A country in Central America..

The phonetic transcription of "panama" is /ˈpæn.ə.mɑː/ in British English and /ˈpæn.ə.mɑː/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Example usage of "panama": "He wore a panama in the bright sunshine.". More examples on the page.