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jerusalem

n. uncountable
B1 Intermediate US //dʒɝˈusəɫəm// jerusalem

n. a holy city in the Middle East that is very important to three major religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. It is one of the oldest cities in the world and has many famous religious sites.

n. a historic city in the Middle East, regarded as a holy site by Jews, Christians, and Muslims. It serves as a major religious, cultural, and political focal point in the region.


SIMPLE

Many people travel to Jerusalem to visit its historic sites.

CONTEXTUAL

The Old City of Jerusalem contains significant landmarks like the Western Wall, the Dome of the Rock, and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.

COMPLEX

Throughout history, Jerusalem has been a site of immense spiritual significance and geopolitical complexity, drawing millions of pilgrims who seek to connect with their religious heritage.

Origin

From Old English Hierusalem or Old French Jherusalem or Late Latin Ierusalem, Hierusalem, from Latin Hierosolyma, from Ancient Greek Ἰερουσαλήμ (Ierousalḗm), from Biblical Hebrew יְרוּשָׁלַיִם (Yərūšālayim).

Usage

As a proper noun, it is always capitalized and typically used without an article.

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