Definition of Mecca

1. Noun. Joint capital (with Riyadh) of Saudi Arabia; located in western Saudi Arabia; as the birthplace of Muhammad it is the holiest city of Islam.

Terms within: Caaba, Kaaba
Group relationships: Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabia, Hedjaz, Hejaz, Hijaz
Generic synonyms: Capital Of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh

2. Noun. A place that attracts many visitors. "New York is a mecca for young artists"
Generic synonyms: Place, Spot, Topographic Point

Definition of Mecca

1. a place visited by many people [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Mecca

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mebanazine
Mebaral
mebendazole
mebendazole
mebeverine hydrochloride
mebhydroline
mebos
meboses
mebrophenhydramine
mebutamate
mecamylamine
mecamylamine
mecamylamines
mecamylamine hydrochloride
mecca (current term)
Meccano
Meccano set
meccas
Mecca balsam
mechanic
mechanic
mechanic's lien
mechanical
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mechanically balanced occlusion
mechanically skillful
mechanicals
mechanical abrasion

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