Tangiers
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- A city in northern Morocco: Tangiers is a major city located at the northwestern tip of Africa, situated at the western entrance to the Strait of Gibraltar where the Mediterranean Sea meets the Atlantic Ocean.
- A historical and cultural center: The city is known for its strategic location, international history, and as a point of cultural exchange between Africa and Europe.
Examples of Usage
- Proper noun:
- We took a ferry from Spain to spend a week in Tangiers.
- Tangiers has a fascinating blend of Moroccan, European, and African influences.
- The port of Tangiers is one of the busiest in Africa.
Advanced Usage
- "The Tangiers of the 1950s": Refers to the city's period as an international zone, known for its espionage, writers, and artists.
- His novel captures the bohemian spirit of the Tangiers of the 1950s.
Variants and Related Words
Tangier: An alternative, equally common spelling for the city's name.
- The Treaty of Tangier was signed in 1844.
Tangerine (noun): A small, sweet citrus fruit. Historically, the first of these fruits were shipped to Europe from the port of Tangier.
- She peeled a tangerine for a snack.
Synonyms
- Port city: A city with a major harbor.
- Metropolis: A large, important city (in the context of Morocco).
Related Phrases
Gateway to Africa: A common phrase describing Tangiers due to its location facing Europe.
- For many Europeans, Tangiers has long been the gateway to Africa.
International Zone of Tangier: Refers to the city's special administrative status from 1924 to 1956.
- During its time as an International Zone, Tangier had a unique legal system.
Noun
- a city of northern Morocco at the west end of the Strait of Gibraltar
- the first tangerines were shipped from Tangier to Europe in 1841