morocco

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C1 — Advanced

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a kingdom (constitutional monarchy) in northwestern Africa with a largely Muslim population; achieved independence from France in 1956
  2. noun a soft pebble-grained leather made from goatskin; used for shoes and book bindings etc.

Etymology

From the country name of Morocco, from which this leather was originally imported. Compare maroquin.

In classic literature

Synonyms

Kingdom of Morocco, Maroc, Marruecos, Al-Magrib

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