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Definition of oman

oman

/oʊˈmɑːn/
O · man
Adjective:Omani
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oman Lexical Profile

• noun

1

An Arab country situated on the southeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula in Western Asia, bordered by the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Yemen.

Example

"The capital city of Oman, Muscat, is known for its historic architecture and beautiful coastline along the Gulf of Oman."

• Rhymes for oman

• Nearby Words

olm
olt
omaha
oman
ombudsperson
omdurman
omelet

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Arabic 'Uman. Its exact origins are debated, but it is often attributed to a historical figure named Uman bin Ibrahim al-Khalil or an Arabic root meaning 'those who settle'.

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