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Definition of weihai

weihai

/weɪˈhaɪ/
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weihai Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A major seaport and prefecture-level city located in eastern Shandong province, China, situated on the northeastern coast of the Yellow Sea.

Example

"Known for its clean air and picturesque coastline, Weihai has become a popular destination for tourists traveling through Shandong."

• Rhymes for weihai

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from Mandarin Chinese Wēihǎi (威海), historically short for Weihaiwei (威海衛), literally meaning 'majestic sea guard' or 'guarding the sea', named for its historical role as a coastal defense outpost during the Ming dynasty.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Weihai. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/weihai
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