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Definition of uruma

uruma

/ʊˈruːmə/
U · ru · ma
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uruma Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A city located in the central part of Okinawa Island within Okinawa Prefecture, Japan, known for its coastal geography and historical sites.

Example

"During their trip to Japan, they visited the ruins of Katsuren Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site located in Uruma."

• Rhymes for uruma

• Nearby Words

uruapan
urubamba
uruguay
uruma
urumqi
urutu
usak

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Ryukyuan (Okinawan) word 'uruma', a poetic traditional name for the island of Okinawa meaning 'coral island', formed from 'uru' (fine sand or coral) and 'ma' (island).

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