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Definition of alicante
alicante
/ˌæl.ɪˈkæn.ti/
Al · i · can · te
alicante Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
8
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A historic port city and prominent tourist destination located on the Costa Blanca in southeastern Spain, bordered by the Mediterranean Sea.
Example
"We spent a week exploring the historic castles and relaxing on the sunlit beaches of Alicante."
2
A type of robust red wine produced in the Alicante province of Spain, or a red wine grape variety (Alicante Bouschet) known for its distinctive red flesh.
Example
"The sommelier recommended a vintage Alicante to complement the rich flavors of the roasted lamb."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the Arabic 'Al-Laqant', which itself evolved from the Roman settlement name 'Lucentum', ultimately tracing back to the ancient Greek 'Akra Leuke' meaning 'White Promontory'.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Alicante. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/alicante