zaragoza
Definition
Proper noun * A city in Spain: Zaragoza is an ancient city located on the Ebro River in northeastern Spain. It was historically the capital of the Kingdom of Aragon.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Zaragoza is a major economic and cultural hub in the region of Aragon.
- We visited the stunning Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar in Zaragoza.
- Historically, Zaragoza served as the capital of the Kingdom of Aragon.
Advanced Usage
- Historical reference: The name is often used in historical contexts to refer to the former capital of the medieval Kingdom of Aragon.
- The court of Aragon was based in Zaragoza for centuries.
Variants and Related Words
- Saragossa: An older English-language exonym for Zaragoza, now less commonly used.
- The battle was fought near Saragossa.
Synonyms
- (None as a proper noun for a specific city. In a general historical context, one might use "the Aragonese capital," but this is descriptive, not a direct synonym.)
Noun
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an ancient city on the Ebro River in northeastern Spain; formerly the capital of Aragon
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