kasbah
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- noun
- /ˈkæz.bɑː/
- The guide explained the history of the kasbah, which served as a central hub of administration for the city.
Examples
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Not in the mood for endless bargaining, I wandered off to have a look at the Kasbah, the early medieval fortress, from the outside.
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However, as I was standing and staring, one came up and asked if I would like a tour of the Kasbah.
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Come with me to the Kasbah.
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Including a cafe in the Kasbah.
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There's one particular cafe in the heart of the Kasbah that's drawn in foreign dignitaries, rock stars, aristocrats and artists since it opened its doors in 1943.
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When visiting Marrakech, the vibrant colors and architecture of the kasbah captivated all the tourists.
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We explored the narrow streets within the kasbah, where traditional crafts and local markets were bustling with activity.
Synonyms
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A strong fortress near a city where people shelter during war
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An old part of a North African city with narrow winding streets and a fortress
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An old part of a North African city with narrow streets and walls
Surface Forms
Etymology
Kasbah comes from the Arabic word qasbah, which means 'fortress' or 'the central part' of a town and was the old protected place where leaders lived and watched over the city. So a kasbah today is the walled, fortified quarter of a North African city, like a local 'castle' that overlooks the market.