"Iraqnam" meaning in English

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Proper name

Etymology: Blend of Iraq + Vietnam. Etymology templates: {{blend|en|Iraq|Vietnam}} Blend of Iraq + Vietnam Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Iraqnam
  1. (often derogatory) The country of Iraq during the Iraq War (2003–2011) that began with a controversial invasion by a United States-led coalition, seen as analogous to the Vietnam War (1955–1975) which was also marked by American military involvement. Tags: derogatory, often Categories (topical): War Categories (place): Country nicknames, Iraq, Vietnam
    Sense id: en-Iraqnam-en-name-F3DGRPVI Categories (other): English blends, English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
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