bukhara

/buːˈxɑːrə/

Definitions

1. noun

A city in modern-day Uzbekistan, and the capital of Bukhara Province, famous for its well-preserved medieval architecture.

“She traveled to Bukhara to explore the ancient mosques and madrasahs.”

2. proper noun

A region or province in Uzbekistan, named after the city of Bukhara.

“The Bukhara region is home to many archeological sites.”

3. proper noun

A term used to refer to the Bukharan people, a group of ethnic Tajiks who primarily inhabit the region of Bukhara in Uzbekistan.

“The Bukharan community in New York City has maintained its cultural heritage.”

4. proper noun

A historical term used to refer to the Bukharan Khanate, a medieval state that existed from the 16th to the 19th century.

“The Bukharan Khanate played a significant role in the Silk Road trade.”

Synonyms

  • Fergana
  • Khiva
  • Samarkand

Antonyms

  • Tashkent