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Definition of beirut
beirut
/beɪˈruːt/
Bei · rut
Adjective:Beiruti
beirut Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
6
Tier
2
Usage
Top 10k
• noun
1
The capital and largest city of Lebanon, situated on a peninsula extending into the eastern Mediterranean Sea, renowned historically for its cultural diversity and status as a regional financial hub.
Example
"Prior to the conflict, Beirut was frequently referred to as the Paris of the Middle East due to its sophisticated culture and vibrant intellectual life."
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Word Origin & Etymology
The name derives from the Canaanite-Phoenician word 'be'erot', meaning 'wells', which referred to the underground water table accessible at the site.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Beirut. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/beirut