Amoy

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Updated June 2026

Definition

A former name for Xiamen, a port city in southeastern China; also a Chinese dialect.

“Amoy was a major trading port during the colonial era.”

Pronunciation

Syllables

a·moy

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Synonyms

Xiamen

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Y ending — tests Y position.

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Worth 9 points. Y adds value.

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ahoy amay amok amor amos avoy

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amylo anomy atomy foamy loamy mayor moray myoma yameo

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