Definition

Proper noun * Durazzo: A port city in western Albania on the Adriatic Sea. It is the second most populous city in Albania and one of the country's oldest and most historic urban centers.

Usage

• As a proper noun (geographical name): "Durazzo" is used to refer specifically to the Albanian city. It is the historical Italian name for the city, which is more commonly known internationally by its Albanian name, Durrës.
  • The ancient city of Durazzo was an important Roman port.
  • The cruise ship made a stop at the port of Durazzo.

Advanced Usage

• Historical Context: The name "Durazzo" is frequently used in historical texts, maps, and documents from antiquity through the medieval period, particularly those written in Italian or Latin, to refer to the city.
  • The Battle of Durazzo in 1081 was a significant conflict between the Normans and the Byzantine Empire.

Variants and Related Words

• Durrës (Proper noun): The modern Albanian name for the city, which is the standard name used in contemporary English and international contexts.
• Dyrrhachium (Proper noun): The ancient Greek and Roman name for the city, used in classical historical contexts.

Synonyms

• Durrës (Primary synonym in modern usage)
• Dyrrhachium (Historical synonym)

Noun

1. port city in western Albania on the Adriatic