South Australia

American  

noun

1. a state in S Australia. 380,070 sq. mi. (984,380 sq. km). Adelaide.

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South Australia British  

noun

1. a state of S central Australia, on the Great Australian Bight: generally arid, with the Great Victoria Desert in the west central part, the Lake Eyre basin in the northeast, and the Flinders Ranges, Murray River basin, and salt lakes in the southeast. Capital: Adelaide. Pop: 1 531 375 (2003 est). Area: 984 395 sq km 380 070 (sq miles)

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Other Word Forms

• South Australian
  adjective

Example Sentences

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South Australia

BHP produces uranium at its copper-mining operations in South Australia and has a new chief executive officer at the helm.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2026

“The oranges are Riverland oranges from South Australia and add a fruity and slightly acidic flavor to the rich jus,” he says.

From Salon ● Aug. 30, 2026

Katz said he wasn't shocked by the low numbers this winter given the devastating impact of the toxic algal bloom in South Australia since it was first detected in March last year.

From BBC ● Aug. 29, 2026

In 2025, the toxic algal bloom in South Australia was associated with high levels of 'eco-anxiety,' as well as grief, frustration and depression.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 11, 2026

Their course was continued south-south-west towards Mount Hopeless at the northern extremity of the high ranges of South Australia, which had been visible across the level country at a distance of sixty miles.

From Early Days in North Queensland by Edward Palmer