Saba

[sah-buh for 1; sey-buh for 2]

noun

an island in the Netherlands Antilles, in the N Leeward Islands. 5 sq. mi. (13 sq. km).
Biblical name Sheba. an ancient kingdom in southwestern Arabia noted for its extensive trade, especially in spices and gems.

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Examples from the Web for saba

Contemporary Examples of saba

When booking your next travels, think Rila, Kanazawa, and Saba.
Why Your Next Vacation Will Be in Turkmenistan
Brandon Presser
December 13, 2014
One, Saba Ghorab, a medical student, even began contacting hospitals and medical schools in the United States.
Her Husband Shot This 17-Year-Old Afghan Girl In The Face—And She Lived
Nina Strochlic
March 21, 2014

Historical Examples of saba

Saba, which lies close to Statia, depends for its interest on its location.
Plotting in Pirate Seas
Francis Rolt-Wheeler
It is tempting to think of the famous Saba in Southern Arabia.
The Religion of Babylonia and Assyria
Morris Jastrow
They are buried in Saba, and are all three entire with their beards and hair.
The World's Greatest Books, Volume 19
Various
And there are a lot of other blamed funny things about Saba that are true.
The Radio Detectives in the Jungle
A. Hyatt Verrill
Well, I guess its not so interesting as Saba, admitted the diver.
The Radio Detectives in the Jungle
A. Hyatt Verrill

British Dictionary definitions for saba

Saba

noun

an island in the NE Caribbean, in the Netherlands Antilles. Pop: 1491 (2007 est). Area: 13 sq km (5 sq miles)
another name for Sheba 1 (def. 1)

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