Maghrib
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- noun
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Magreb
- The Maghrib is known for its rich cultural heritage shared among Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia.
- Maghrib prayer
Examples
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Since the time between Maghrib (post-sunset prayer) and Isha (night prayer) is short, it's a good idea to stay at the Haram between those prayers.
Blog text (12) -
The Bedouin monks of the al-Maghrib mountains developed a system of sonic chanting.
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However, a number of French men and women did dare a new life in the Maghrib, in Indochina or in West Africa.
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By Eric Calderwood. Eric Calderwood traveled to Algeria with a grant from the American Institute for Maghrib Studies.
Academic text (2010) -
To a Parisian audience, lions and the lion hunt signaled that the French were following in the footsteps of their Roman predecessors in the Maghrib.
Academic text (2004) -
Many tourists visit the Maghrib to experience its unique blend of Arab and Berber traditions.
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The historical influences in the Maghrib are evident in its architecture and cuisine.
Synonyms
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A region in northwest Africa that includes Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia
A region in northwest Africa that includes Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia
Surface Forms
Etymology
Maghrib comes from Arabic and means 'west' or 'place of sunset'. It names the western part of North Africa, including Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia, because it lies to the west of the Arab world where the sun sets.