Cairo

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Noun: 1. The capital city of Egypt: A major metropolis in Africa, situated near the Nile Delta, serving as the country's political, cultural, and historical center. It was historically a home to ancient Egyptian rulers. 2. A city in the United States: A town located in southern Illinois, USA, at the junction where the Ohio River meets the Mississippi River.

Usage Examples
  • Capital of Egypt:
    • We visited the pyramids, which are located near Cairo.
    • Cairo is known for its bustling markets and rich history.
  • City in Illinois, USA:
    • The small city of Cairo, Illinois, has a strategic riverfront location.
    • Flooding can be a concern for Cairo due to its position at the confluence of two major rivers.
Advanced Usage
  • "Greater Cairo": Refers to the large metropolitan area encompassing the city of Cairo and its surrounding governorates.
    • Greater Cairo is one of the most populous urban areas in the world.
  • Historical references may use "Medieval Cairo" or "Islamic Cairo" to specify the historic districts of the city.
    • The tour focused on the architecture of Islamic Cairo.
Variants and Related Words
  • Cairene (adj): Of or relating to the city of Cairo, Egypt.
    • She enjoyed the vibrant Cairene street life.
Synonyms
  • For the Egyptian city: The Capital of Egypt, Al-Qahira (its Arabic name).
  • For the US city: Cairo, Illinois.
Noun
  1. the capital of Egypt and the largest city in Africa; a major port just to the south of the Nile delta; formerly the home of the Pharaohs
  2. a town at the southern tip of Illinois at the confluence of the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers

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