məˈriːdə

Definitions

1. noun

A city in eastern Cuba, or the capital of the autonomous region of Extremadura in southwestern Spain, or the capital of the state of Yucatán in Mexico.

“She visited the historic city of Mérida in Cuba.”

2. proper noun

A city in eastern Cuba.

“Mérida is known for its beautiful colonial architecture.”

3. proper noun

The capital of the autonomous region of Extremadura in southwestern Spain.

“Mérida in Spain is famous for its Roman ruins.”

4. proper noun

The capital of the state of Yucatán in Mexico.

“Mérida in Mexico is a popular tourist destination.”

5. proper noun

A Spanish word for ‘mercy’.

“The gift was a merida to the homeless shelter.”