Gen·o·a (j n  - ) A city of northwest Italy on the Gulf of Genoa, an arm of the Ligurian Sea. An ancient settlement, Genoa flourished under the Romans and also enjoyed great prosperity during the Crusades. Today, it is Italy's chief port and a major commercial and industrial center. Population: 616,000. Gen  o·ese (- z, -s), Geno·vese (-vz, -vs) adj. & n. |
| gen·o·a (jn-) n. A large jib used on a racing yacht. Also called genoa jib. [After Genoa.] |
genoa [ˈdʒɛnəʊə]
n
(Individual Sports & Recreations / Sailing) Yachting a large triangular jib sail, often with a foot that extends as far aft as the clew of the mainsail Also called genoa jib Sometimes shortened to genny jenny
Genoa [ˈdʒɛnəʊə]
n
(Placename) a port in NW Italy, capital of Liguria, on the Gulf of Genoa: Italy's main port; an independent commercial city with many colonies in the Middle Ages; university (1243); heavy industries. Pop.: 636 104 (2000 est.) Italian name Genova
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