manama

/məˈnɑːmə/

Definitions

1. proper noun

The capital city of Bahrain, located on the island of Muharraq, which is connected to the mainland by a causeway.

“The tourists visited the Grand Mosque in Manama, admiring its stunning architecture.”

2. noun

A type of traditional Bahraini boat, also known as a dhow.

“The fishermen sailed their manama across the calm waters of the Persian Gulf.”

Synonyms

  • capital
  • city

Antonyms

  • rural
  • village