Adana

American  

[ah-dah-nah] / ˈɑ dɑˌnɑ /

noun

1. a city in S Turkey, on the Seyhan River.

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Adana British  

/ ˈædənə /

noun

1. Also called: Seyhan.  a city in S Turkey, capital of Adana province. Pop: 1 248 000 (2005 est)

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Example Sentences

But on Monday, the US embassy in Turkey said it had closed its consulate in Adana and advised non-essential staff to leave, with the State Department urging all US citizens to leave the southeast.

From Barron's • Mar. 9, 2026

So far, Turkey appears to have been spared, despite US troops being stationed at several of its bases, one of which is the Incirlik airbase which lies just outside the southern city of Adana.

From Barron's • Mar. 9, 2026

Alexia Adana, a New York-based creative director and visual artist, made the case that it could enable more stories from people, including underrepresented creators, who lack financial resources or equipment.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 9, 2024

"We are so proud that she embraced this project with such devotion, and spent her summer holiday days doing this," said Esma's mother Adana Gljiva.

From Reuters • Aug. 16, 2023

As soon as we’re within shouting distance, three or four bus hawkers immediately surround Baba, negotiating the best price to Adana.

From "Without Refuge" by Jane Mitchell