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

The team from Turkish Maarif College in Famagusta, in Turkish Cypriot-controlled North Cyprus had travelled to Adiyaman for a match together with their trainers, teachers and parents.

From Reuters ● Feb. 12, 2023

The athletes had travelled to Adiyaman from Famagusta Turkish Maarif College, accompanied by teachers and parents.

From BBC ● Feb. 9, 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

Magius retreating to Famagusta, which he long defended, and where his cousin, a skilful engineer, was killed.

From Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 3 by Isaac Disraeli