Morocco
/mə'rɔkou/
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Definition
- Noun:
- A type of leather: A soft, pebble-grained leather traditionally made from goatskin, often used for high-quality shoes, book bindings, and other luxury goods.
- A country: A kingdom (a constitutional monarchy) in northwestern Africa, officially named the Kingdom of Morocco, with a predominantly Muslim population; it gained independence from France in 1956.
Examples of Usage
Noun (Leather):
- The elegant journal was bound in fine red morocco.
- These classic loafers are made from genuine morocco.
Noun (Country):
- We traveled through Morocco last summer, visiting Marrakesh and Fez.
- Morocco is known for its rich history and vibrant culture.
Advanced Usage
- "Levant morocco": A specific, high-quality type of morocco leather with a pronounced grain, historically used for bookbinding.
- The rare first edition was bound in levant morocco.
Variants and Related Words
- Moroccan (adjective): Of or relating to the country of Morocco or its culture.
- We enjoyed a traditional Moroccan meal.
- Moroccan (noun): A native or inhabitant of Morocco.
- He is a Moroccan from Casablanca.
Synonyms
- For the leather: Goatskin leather, pebble-grained leather.
- For the country: Kingdom of Morocco, Al-Mamlakah al-Maghribiyah (official Arabic name).
Related Phrases
- Phrasal verbs are not typically associated with the noun "morocco."
Related Idioms
- Idioms are not commonly formed with the proper noun "Morocco."
Noun
- a soft pebble-grained leather made from goatskin; used for shoes and book bindings etc.
- a kingdom (constitutional monarchy) in northwestern Africa with a largely Muslim population; achieved independence from France in 1956