[ˈɛlɪsə]

Definitions

1. noun

A female given name, variant of Elisabeth, or a shortened form of Elisabetta.

“The Elissa was a ship that sailed the Mediterranean Sea in the 18th century.”

2. proper noun

Name of a ship that was a replica of the ancient Phoenician vessel the Byblos, and a ship that sailed from Lebanon to Italy in 1992.

“The crew of the Elissa worked tirelessly to recreate the ancient sailing experience.”

3. proper noun

Name of a town in Italy.

“The town of Elissa was a major port in ancient Roman times.”