morocco

word

/mɝˈɑkoʊ/
/məɹˈɒkəʊ/

Definition

Morocco is a country in North Africa. The word can also refer to a type of soft, high-quality leather originally made in Morocco.

Usage & Nuances

As a country name, always capitalize 'Morocco.' The leather sense is rare and mostly found in formal, historical, or specialized contexts (e.g., bookbinding), not in everyday use. Make sure to use context to tell which meaning is intended.

Spanish: Marruecos - marroquín (cuero)Portuguese (BR): Marrocos - marroquim (couro)Portuguese (PT): Marrocos - maroquim (couro)Chinese (Simplified): 摩洛哥 - 摩洛哥皮革Chinese (Traditional): 摩洛哥 - 摩洛哥皮革Hindi: मोरक्को - मोरक्को लेदरArabic: المغرب - جلد مغربيBengali: মরক্কো - মরক্কোর চামড়াRussian: Марокко - марокен (кожа)Japanese: モロッコ - モロッコ革Vietnamese: Ma-rốc - da Ma-rốcKorean: 모로코 - 모로코 가죽Turkish: Fas - Fas derisiUrdu: مراکش - مراکشی چمڑاIndonesian: Maroko - kulit Maroko

Example Sentences

Morocco is known for its beautiful cities and rich culture.

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I am traveling to Morocco next month.

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Traditional morocco leather is used in luxury book covers.

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My friend raves about the food she tried during her trip to Morocco.

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Those old books are bound in red morocco and look really elegant.

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Have you ever seen the intricate designs on traditional Morocco ceramics?

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