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Definition of irbid

irbid

/ˈɪr.bɪd/
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irbid Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A major city in northern Jordan, located about 70 kilometers north of Amman, known for its extensive archaeological history and as a prominent modern educational hub.

Example

"During our tour of northern Jordan, we stopped in Irbid to visit Yarmouk University and explore the nearby ancient ruins."

• Nearby Words

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iran
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Word Origin & Etymology

From Arabic إربد (Irbid). The city was historically known as Arabella or Arbela during the Hellenistic and Roman periods.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Irbid. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/irbid
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