nubia

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nubia

A map shows the ancient region of Nubia along the Nile River.

Definition

Proper noun: An ancient region and historical kingdom in northeastern Africa, located in what is now southern Egypt and northern Sudan, along the Nile River valley. A significant portion of its historical territory is now submerged beneath Lake Nasser, the reservoir created by the Aswan High Dam.

Examples of Usage
  • Proper noun:
    • Archaeologists have discovered many pyramids in ancient Nubia.
    • The Kingdom of Kush was a major power in Nubia for centuries.
    • Much of the cultural heritage of Nubia was lost when the land was flooded.
Advanced Usage
  • "Nubian" as a demonym and adjective: The term "Nubian" is used to describe the people, languages, and cultural artifacts originating from Nubia.
    • She studies Nubian history and languages.
    • The museum has a collection of Nubian pottery.
Variants and Related Words
  • Nubian (noun): A person from Nubia or a descendant of its people.
    • The Nubians have a rich oral tradition.
  • Nubian (adjective): Of or relating to Nubia, its people, or its culture.
    • They visited a Nubian village near Aswan.
Synonyms
  • Kingdom of Kush: A major ancient Nubian civilization.
  • Ta-Seti: An ancient Egyptian name for the Nubian region.
nubia

A map shows the ancient region of Nubia along the Nile River.

Noun
  1. an ancient region of northeastern Africa (southern Egypt and northern Sudan) on the Nile; much of Nubia is now under Lake Nasser

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