Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A city in southeastern Spain: Granada is a historical city located in the Andalusia region of Spain. It is most famous for being the last capital of the Moorish kingdom in Spain until its conquest by the Catholic Monarchs, Ferdinand and Isabella, in 1492. The city is a major cultural and tourist destination.

Examples of Usage

• Proper noun:
  • We spent a week exploring the ancient streets of Granada.
  • The fall of Granada in 1492 marked the end of Muslim rule in Spain.
  • Granada is renowned for its stunning architecture and rich history.

Advanced Usage

• "The Kingdom of Granada": Refers to the historical Muslim state (the Emirate of Granada) that existed from 1238 to 1492.

  • The Kingdom of Granada was the last Muslim-ruled territory in the Iberian Peninsula.

• "The Granada War": Refers to the series of military campaigns (1482–1492) that led to the city's capture.

  • The Granada War culminated in the surrender of the city.

Variants and Related Words

• Granadine (adj): Of or relating to the city or province of Granada.
  • The Granadine architecture is a unique blend of styles.

Synonyms

• City: (general term) A large town.
• Municipality: (general term) A city or town with its own local government.

Related Phrases

• "The Alhambra of Granada": A specific reference to the famous palace and fortress complex in the city.
  • No visit to Granada is complete without seeing the Alhambra.

Related Idioms

Noun

1. a city in southeastern Spain that was the capital of the Moorish kingdom until it was captured by Ferdinand and Isabella in 1492; site of the Alhambra (a palace and fortress built by Moors in the Middle Ages) which is now a major tourist attraction