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Definition of izmir

izmir

/ɪzˈmɪər/
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izmir Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A major port city in western Turkey, situated along the Aegean coast, historically known as Smyrna and recognized as a significant cultural and commercial hub in Anatolia.

Example

"During our Mediterranean tour, we spent two days admiring the ancient ruins and bustling coastal promenades of Izmir."

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• Nearby Words

ixiolirion
ixora
iyokan
izmir
jabiru
jaborosa
jaboticaba

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the original Greek name 'Smyrna' (Σμύρνη), specifically from the Greek phrase 'eis tēn Smýrnēn', meaning 'to Smyrna', which was adopted into Turkish as İzmir.

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