Saba

[ sah-buh for 1; sey-buh for 2 ]
/ ˈsɑ bə for 1; ˈseɪ bə 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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Saba
/ (ˈsɑːbə) /

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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