Senegambia

(sĕnˌĭ-gămˈbē-ə)

1. A region of western Africa watered by the Senegal and Gambia rivers.
2. A confederation of Senegal and Gambia (1981-1989) intended to promote cooperation between the two countries in matters of foreign policy, security, and economic affairs. Senegal dissolved the confederation when Gambia refused to move closer toward union.

Related Forms:

• Senˌe·gamˈbi·an adjective