harissa
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A hilltop town in Lebanon known for the shrine called Our Lady of Lebanon
- proper noun
- /həˈrɪsə/
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Harissa
- Many visitors come to Harissa to see the shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon.
Examples
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The town of Harissa is a popular pilgrimage destination for Christians in Lebanon.
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The hilltop site of Harissa offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and the Mediterranean Sea.
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Harissa Roasted Turkey Breast
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Etymology
A helpful way to remember the town Harissa is to think of an Arabic word haris meaning 'guard' or 'watch', because the town sits high above the sea like a natural lookout where people come to see the view and visit the shrine.
