[məˈsɑːdə, -ˈsɑːdɑː]

Definitions

1. noun

A fortress built on a plateau in the Judean Hills, where a Jewish sect of Zealots, the Sicarii, held out against the Romans in 73–74 AD.

“The Masada fortress is an iconic symbol of Jewish resistance against Roman occupation.”

2. proper noun

Masada, a plateau in Israel where the ancient fortress is located.

“The tourists visited Masada to see the ancient Jewish fortress.”

3. surname

A surname, typically of Ashkenazi Jewish origin.

“There are many people with the surname Masada living in Israel.”