hormuz

Language: en

🇺🇸 /ˈhɔrmuːz/

📖 Definitions

  1. proper noun
    A strategically important strait between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, separating Iran from Oman, through which a significant portion of the world's oil supply passes.; An island in the Persian Gulf, part of Iran, known for its colorful soil and historical significance as a trading port.; A historical kingdom and trading empire that controlled maritime trade in the Persian Gulf and Indian Ocean from the 10th to 17th centuries.

💬 Examples

  1. The attacks happened near the Strait of Hormuz, a very important sea route.

  2. Hormuz island is famous for its striking red and yellow landscapes.

  3. The Kingdom of Hormuz was a major center of trade between the Middle East and India.