Murcia

American  

[moor-shuh, moor-thyah] / ˈmʊər ʃə, ˈmur θyɑ /

noun

1. a city in SE Spain.

2. a region in SE Spain: formerly a kingdom.

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Murcia British  

/ ˈmurθja /

noun

1. a region and ancient kingdom of SE Spain, on the Mediterranean: taken by the Moors in the 8th century; an independent Muslim kingdom in the 11th and 12th centuries

2. a city in SE Spain, capital of Murcia province: trading centre for a rich agricultural region; silk industry; university (1915). Pop: 391 146 (2003 est)

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Example Sentences

Responding to the Murcia incident Vox called for a crackdown on immigrants taking up less skilled jobs.

From BBC

In July, extra security forces had to be deployed against racist thugs roaming the streets of Torre Pacheco, in Murcia region – where many Africans work in the booming horticultural sector – after three Moroccans were accused of beating a pensioner.

From BBC

Police presence has been beefed up, with more than 130 officers from both the local police in the province of Murcia and Guardia Civil.

From BBC

Coming from the sun-drenched region of Murcia, Alcaraz is well accustomed to playing in searing heat.

From BBC

In recent months, Airbnb has reached agreements with local authorities in the Canary Islands, Ibiza and Murcia aimed at ensuring property owners comply with tourist rental rules.

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