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Definition of abu dhabi

abu dhabi

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1

The capital city of the United Arab Emirates, located on an island in the Persian Gulf off the central western coast of the Arabian Peninsula.

2

The largest of the seven emirates that constitute the United Arab Emirates, encompassing vast desert landscapes and rich petroleum reserves.

Example

"The economy of Abu Dhabi was historically built on its massive oil reserves, though it has heavily invested in cultural tourism and green energy in recent years."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Abu dhabi. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/abu-dhabi
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