Medina

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The ancient quarter of many cities in Northern Africa: A "medina" is the old, historic, and often walled section of a city, typically characterized by narrow, winding streets and traditional architecture.
    • A holy city in western Saudi Arabia: "Medina" (often capitalized) is a specific city, formally known as Al Madinah, which is a major holy site in Islam, containing the tomb of the Prophet Muhammad.
Usage Examples

  • Noun (Historic Quarter):

    • Tourists got lost exploring the labyrinthine alleys of the Fez medina.
    • The medina is the commercial and cultural heart of the old city.

  • Noun (Holy City):

    • Muslims on pilgrimage visit both Mecca and Medina.
    • The Prophet migrated from Mecca to Medina.
Advanced Usage
  • "medina proper": Used to distinguish the historic core from newer urban expansions.
    • The hotel is located just outside the medina proper.
Variants and Related Words
  • Kasbah: A related term often referring to a fortress or citadel within a North African medina.
  • Souk/Market: A marketplace, which is typically a central feature of a medina.
Synonyms
  • Old city: A general synonym for the "historic quarter" meaning.
  • Historic center: Another term for the ancient urban core.
  • Al Madinah: The full Arabic name for the holy city.
Notes on Usage
  • When referring to the city in Saudi Arabia, "Medina" is typically capitalized.
  • When referring to a generic old quarter, "medina" is often written in lowercase, though it may be capitalized at the start of a sentence or in certain contexts.
Noun
  1. the ancient quarter of many cities in northern Africa
  2. a city in western Saudi Arabia; site of the tomb of Muhammad; the second most holy city of Islam

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