Panama, Isthmus of

geographical name

variants or formerly Isthmus of Darien
isthmus in Central America connecting North America and South America and forming Panama (republic)

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“Panama, Isthmus of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Panama%2C%20Isthmus%20of. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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