Definition

1. 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

1. a soft pebble-grained leather made from goatskin; used for shoes and book bindings etc.
2. a kingdom (constitutional monarchy) in northwestern Africa with a largely Muslim population; achieved independence from France in 1956