Levant

/ləˈvænt/
/ləˈvænt/
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Definitions of Levant
  1. noun
    the former name for the geographical area of the eastern Mediterranean that is now occupied by Lebanon, Syria, and Israel
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    geographic area, geographic region, geographical area, geographical region
    a demarcated area of the Earth
  2. noun
    a heavy morocco often used in bookbinding
    synonyms: Levant morocco
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    morocco
    a soft pebble-grained leather made from goatskin; used for shoes and book bindings etc.
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