Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A seaport on the western coast of Syria: Al Ladhiqiyah (also commonly spelled Latakia) is the principal port city of Syria, located on the Mediterranean Sea.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The ship docked at Al Ladhiqiyah to unload its cargo.
  • Al Ladhiqiyah has been an important trading hub for centuries.

Advanced Usage

• Historical and Cultural Context: The city is historically significant and is also known for the production of a specific type of tobacco, often referred to as "Latakia."
  • The region around Al Ladhiqiyah is famous for its distinctive tobacco.

Variants and Related Words

• Latakia: The more common English transliteration of the city's name.
  • The ancient city of Latakia was known as Laodicea in antiquity.

Synonyms

• Port of Syria: A descriptive synonym highlighting its function.
• Syrian seaport: A general term indicating its location and purpose.

Noun

1. a seaport on the western coast of Syria