ragusa
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Definition
Proper noun: * A historical and geographical name: Ragusa is the historical Italian and Latin name for the city now known as Dubrovnik, located in Croatia. It can also refer to a province and a commune in Italy. * A port city in Croatia: Specifically, it refers to the Adriatic coastal city famous for its well-preserved medieval walls and Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a major tourist destination.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The Republic of Ragusa was a maritime state that rivaled Venice. (Here, 'Ragusa' refers to the historical city-state.)
- Many cruise ships stop at Ragusa (Dubrovnik) during their Adriatic voyages. (Here, 'Ragusa' is used as an alternative name for the modern city.)
- The architecture in Ragusa reflects its rich history as a trading power.
Advanced Usage
- Historical Context: The name 'Ragusa' is primarily used in historical texts, maps, and discussions to refer to the city or its republic before the 20th century. In modern contexts, 'Dubrovnik' is the standard name.
- Italian and Latin Usage: The name remains in official use in the Italian language () and is the root for the adjective 'Ragusan'.
Variants and Related Words
- Dubrovnik (n): The modern Croatian name for the city of Ragusa. These are exonyms for the same place.
- Ragusan (adj): Relating to the city or Republic of Ragusa (e.g., Ragusan diplomacy, Ragusan ships).
- Republic of Ragusa (n): The historical maritime republic centered on the city, which existed from the 14th century until 1808.
Synonyms
- Dubrovnik: The direct synonym and modern name for the city.
Notes on Meaning
This word has two primary referents tied to the same geographical location: 1. The historical city and republic (common in historical discourse). 2. The modern Croatian city (less common in English today, with 'Dubrovnik' being preferred). The provided definition focuses on the second, modern meaning as a tourist center.
Noun
- a port city in southwestern Croatia on the Adriatic; a popular tourist center