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Definition of ahaggar
ahaggar
/əˈhɑː.ɡər/
A · hag · gar
ahaggar Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
11
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A mountainous highland region situated in the central Sahara desert in southern Algeria, known for its rugged, arid terrain and volcanic peaks.
Example
"The Tuareg people have historically navigated the challenging and striking landscapes of the Ahaggar."
Synonyms
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the Tuareg word 'Ahaggar', referring to the local Tuareg confederation (the Kel Ahaggar) and the mountainous region they inhabit in the central Sahara.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ahaggar. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ahaggar