Susa
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- proper noun
- I never learned in Sunday School that Esther, whose Jewish name was Hadassah, was forced, along with perhaps thousands of virgin girls from Susa, into King Xerxes' harem.
Examples
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The Jews of Susa shouted with joy when they saw Mordecai robed in purple.
Fiction book (1998) -
The griffins, sphinxes, and horned lions are reminiscent of figures that decorated the palace of Darius at Susa, the winter capital of the Achaemenid Empire.
Academic text (2002) -
"I want to tell you about Susa in ancient Persia."
Fiction book (1990) -
We gather to honor Esther of Susa.
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Tourists flock to Susa every summer to explore its ancient ruins along the Mediterranean Sea.
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Susa is famous for its stunning archaeological sites and vibrant local culture.
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Many travelers include Susa on their itineraries to experience its rich history and beautiful beaches.
Synonyms
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A port city in eastern Tunisia on the Mediterranean coast
A port city in eastern Tunisia on the Mediterranean Sea with ancient buildings and ruins
Surface Forms
Etymology
Susa gets its name from the Arabic Sūsa, later written in French as Sousse, showing it passed through many Mediterranean languages over time. That's an easy memory hook: the name 'traveled' with the city by sea, which is why Susa is still known today as an old port full of historic sites.