timbuktu

/ˈtɑmˈbʊktu/ or /ˈtɪmbʊktu/

Definitions

1. noun

A city in Mali, West Africa, known historically for its role in the trans-Saharan trade.

“The travelers’ adventure took them to the ancient city of Timbuktu.”

2. proper noun

The name of a city in Mali, West Africa.

“Timbuktu is a famous destination for adventurers and historians.”

Synonyms

  • city
  • town
  • village

Antonyms

  • megacity
  • metropolis