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medina definition

me·dina (mə dē′nə)

noun

the old native quarter of a N African city

Etymology: native term in N Africa, orig. lit., city < Ar medinat, city

Medina definition

Me·di·na (mə dē′nə)

city in NW Saudi Arabia: site of Mohammed's tomb & hence a holy city of Islam: pop. 400,000

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medina Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • explore: Sights & Sounds Sightseeing: Sousse For a real flavor of North African culture head north to Sousse and explore the old medina.

Adjective modifier

  • ancient: Even in the city, one can go to the ancient medina, or get to know the Moroccan people, who are wonderful.

Modifies a noun

  • close: Located in the medina close to the Royal Palace, this is a great base for exploring.
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