nation
//ˈneɪʃən//
Noun
nationsPlural
1
A large body of people united by common descent, history, culture, or language, inhabiting a particular country or territory.
The nation celebrated its independence day with great pride.
2
A sovereign state with its own government and borders.
The United Nations is an organization of independent nations.
3
The people of a country considered as a whole.
The president addressed the nation on television.