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Taif

Taif

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A city in western Saudi Arabia east of Mecca with cool weather and famous roses
  • proper noun
: Taif
  • Known for its unique blend of history and agriculture, Taif attracts many tourists seeking a refreshing retreat.
  • Taif Agreement
  • Taif Accord

Examples

  • Located east of Mecca, Taif is famous for its cool climate and lush gardens, making it a popular summer destination.

  • Under Taif, Christians enjoy equal footing in government with Muslims, and the Christian president still enjoys wide powers.

    Academic text (1994)

  • He wants to go to Taif

    The Message (1976)

  • Why then didn't it choose a powerful man from either Mecca or Taif?

    The Message (1976)

  • A decade after the conclusion of the Taif Accord, Hizbullah proved able to maneuver politically in different directions.

    Academic text (2003)

  • Lebanon's decade-and-a-half civil war ended in 1990 after the signing of the Document of National Understanding, known as the Taif agreement, which recalibrated political power among the country's various "confessional" communities.

    Academic text (2006)

  • Every summer, families from around the world visit Taif to enjoy its scenic beauty and agricultural festivals.

Surface Forms

Taif main

Etymology

Taif comes from the Arabic name al-Ṭā'if, which comes from a root that means 'to go around' or 'surround'. So think of Taif as 'the place that sits in a circle' among hills and gardens, a picture that helps explain its cool, green climate and famous roses.