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Definition of lahore

lahore

/ləˈhɔːr/
La · hore
Adjective:Lahori
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lahore Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A major city in northeastern Pakistan, serving as the capital of the Punjab province and widely recognized as the country's primary cultural, historical, and educational center.

Example

"During our tour of South Asia, we spent three days in Lahore exploring the magnificent Badshahi Mosque and the historic Lahore Fort."

• Rhymes for lahore

• Nearby Words

lagoon
lagos
lagos bologi
lahore
lair
laja
lake

Word Origin & Etymology

The exact ancient origins of Lahore are obscure, but Hindu legend associates the founding of the city with Lava (or Loh), the son of the deity Rama, suggesting it was historically known as Lavapuri ('City of Lava').

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Lahore. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/lahore
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