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1. Madeira is the main island of Madeira islands. It is a Portuguese island and a popular holiday destination from Europe.

2. Madeira wine is a fortified wine made on the Portuguese island, and popular as a dessert wine and for making reduction sauces.

3. The Madeira river is one of the tributaries of the Amazon

4. Madeira cake is an old English cake, reportedly ideal for eating with a glass of Madeira wine.

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