Kasbah

American  

[kaz-buh, -bah, kahz-] / ˈkæz bə, -bɑ, ˈkɑz- /

Or Casbah

noun

1. the older, Arab quarter of a North African city, especially Algiers.

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kasbah British  

/ ˈkæzbɑː /

noun

1. the citadel of any of various North African cities

2. the quarter in which a kasbah is located Compare medina

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Etymology

Origin of Kasbah

First recorded in 1730–40; from Arabic qaṣabah “citadel, fortress”

Example Sentences

As a night curfew came into effect, established across the country to prevent large gatherings during the holiday season, restaurants in the usually bustling main plaza by the historic Kasbah had to turn away clientele to close up early.

From Washington Times

Today, the warren of little streets behind the docks, known as the Kasbah, is eerily quiet.

From BBC

Lessine has produced 10 films since 2013, with credits including “Fading Gigolo,” “Rock the Kasbah” and “Dirty Grandpa.”

From Los Angeles Times

In Rabat’s Kasbah of the Udayas, Fatima Ghalaf and her boyfriend hold hands and hug as they enjoy a panoramic view of the beach.

From Seattle Times

The Rabat Kasbah would normally be bursting with tourists and Moroccans who live in Europe and return home for summer visits.

From Seattle Times