What is another word for Hejaz?

Pronunciation: [hˈɛd͡ʒaz] (IPA)

Hejaz is a term used to refer to the western region of Saudi Arabia that borders the Red Sea. Synonyms for Hejaz include the Hijaz, Hedjaz, and Al-Hijaz. In Arabic, Hejaz translates to "the barrier," which refers to the mountain range that runs through the region. The Hejaz region is known for its important Islamic holy sites, including Mecca and Medina. Other synonyms for Hejaz include the western Arabian Peninsula, the Red Sea coast, and the land of pilgrimage. The Hejazi dialect is also a synonym for the Arabic spoken in this region, which is distinct from other variations of Arabic.

What are the hypernyms for Hejaz?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Hejaz

Black tent, swift white mare, camel of Hejaz blood Are dear to me, are dear to me!
"The Flying Legion"
George Allan England
Such extracts have been now made from these writers that the general reader can become acquainted with the adventures and opinions of the different travellers who have visited El Hejaz during a space of 350 years.
"Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah and Meccah"
Sir Richard Francis Burton
So in Africa, El Sham, which properly means Damascus and Syria, is applied to El Hejaz.
"First Footsteps in East Africa or, an Exploration of Harar"
Richard F. Burton

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