abukir

noun

Meaning

A coastal town and bay in northern Egypt, historically significant as the site of major naval engagements.

Examples

The British fleet anchored in the waters of Abukir to intercept the French forces.
Historians often refer to the 1798 conflict as the Battle of Abukir.

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abukir

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌæbuːˈkɪər/

Definition

A coastal town and bay in northern Egypt, historically significant as the site of major naval engagements.

Examples

The British fleet anchored in the waters of Abukir to intercept the French forces.
Historians often refer to the 1798 conflict as the Battle of Abukir.

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