Jidda
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- A major port city in Saudi Arabia: Jidda (also commonly spelled Jeddah) is a significant urban center and the primary gateway for pilgrims traveling to the Islamic holy cities of Mecca and Medina by sea and air.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Many international flights land in Jidda before pilgrims continue to Mecca.
- The historic district of Jidda is known for its traditional coral architecture.
Advanced Usage
- "the port of Jidda": a common phrase specifying its primary economic and logistical function.
- Goods are imported into the country through the port of Jidda.
Variants and Related Words
- Jeddah: The most common alternate spelling in English.
- Jiddah: Another common variant spelling.
Synonyms
- Port city: A city with a harbor where ships load and unload.
- Gateway city: A city serving as a main point of entry to a region.
Related Phrases
- "Jidda, Saudi Arabia": The standard phrase to specify the city's location and avoid confusion.
- Our company has an office in Jidda, Saudi Arabia.
Noun
- port city in western Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea; near Mecca