Famagusta

American  

[fah-muh-goo-stuh] / fɑ məˈgu stə /

noun

1. a seaport on the E coast of Cyprus, on an inlet of the Mediterranean: castle; large cathedral (now a mosque).

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Famagusta British  

/ ˌfæməˈɡʊstə /

noun

1. a port in E Cyprus, on Famagusta Bay : became one of the richest cities in Christendom in the 14th century. Pop: 35 453 (2006)

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Famagusta

Authorities from their home city of Famagusta eventually sent rescue teams to recover the bodies, and survivors complained that Turkish officials had not taken action.

From BBC ● Jan. 3, 2024

Huge crowds attended back-to-back funerals in Famagusta on Friday and Saturday, and hundreds were present at two more ceremonies held on Sunday for trainer Osman Cetintas and team member Havin Kilic.

From Reuters ● Feb. 12, 2023

Denmark’s Randers placed second in Group D despite a 1-0 loss to Alkmaar while a 1-1 home draw against Anorthosis Famagusta secured second place in Group B for Partizan Belgrade.

From Seattle Times ● Dec. 9, 2021

After the sentencing, she hugged her family and legal team, leaving the Famagusta district court in Paralimni in tears.

From The Guardian ● Jan. 8, 2020

In September Nicosia fell to the Turk, who then turned to the conquest of Famagusta, the last stronghold of the Venetians on the island.

From A History of Sea Power by Stevens, William Oliver