Aruba

geographical name Aru·ba \ə-ˈrü-bə\

Definition of ARUBA

internally self-governing Dutch island off NW Venezuela; chief town Oranjestad area 69 square miles (179 square kilometers), pop 69,000

— Aru·ban \-bən\ adjective or noun

ARUBA Defined for Kids

geographical name Aru·ba \ə-ˈrü-bə\

island in the West Indies off coast of NW Venezuela

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