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casbah Synonyms

Another word for casbah

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• noun (Context 1)

The older, historic native quarter of a North African city surrounding the central citadel, typically characterized by narrow, winding streets and busy markets.

Usage Example

"Visitors spent the afternoon wandering through the bustling alleys of the old medina."

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medina
Weak
quarter

• noun (Context 2)

A citadel or fortified palace in a North African city, originally serving as the residence of the local ruler or military commander.

Usage Example

"The hilltop citadel overlooked the harbor and protected the town for centuries."

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citadel
fortress
stronghold
alcazar

• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Casbah. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/casbah
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