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Genoa
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Gen·o·a  (jn-)
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.

Geno·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.]
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.GenoaGenoa - a seaport in northwestern Italy; provincial capital of Liguria
Liguria - region of northwestern Italy on the Ligurian Sea
Genoese - a native or resident of Genoa
Translations
Genoa [ˈdʒɛnəuə] nGénova
Genoa [ˈdʒɛnəuə] nGênes
Genoa [ˈdʒɛnəuə] nGenua nt
Genoa [ˈdʒɛnəuə] nGenova


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