noun a coastal region of West Africa
Guinea was a term used to refer to the region in West Africa that is now the country of Guinea.
The term 'guinea' historically referred to a British gold coin worth 21 shillings.
Guinea worm disease is a parasitic infection caused by the nematode Dracunculus medinensis.
The Guinea region in West Africa includes countries such as Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, and Sierra Leone.
Guinea pigs are small rodents commonly kept as pets.
In the context of writing, 'guinea' can refer to a former British gold coin worth one pound and one shilling, or it can be used as a term for a person of Italian descent.
In psychology, 'guinea' is not commonly used in professional contexts.
Historians may come across the term 'guinea' when studying economic history or the history of currency.
A numismatist, or coin collector, may study and collect guineas as part of their profession.
An antique dealer may buy and sell guineas as part of their inventory of rare and valuable items.
In economics, 'guinea' may be used in historical contexts when discussing currency values.
A jeweler may work with guineas that have been turned into jewelry or may be familiar with the historical significance of guineas in jewelry making.
An art historian may study paintings or sculptures that depict guineas as a symbol of wealth or power.
An archaeologist may come across guineas in excavations of historical sites or in museum collections.
An ethnographer may study the cultural significance of guineas in different societies or historical periods.