Palestine
9 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
A geographic region in Western Asia between the Mediterranean Sea and the Jordan River, with significant historical, political, and religious importance. The term refers to territories with contested sovereignty and ancient heritage.
“Palestine has been at the centre of regional conflicts for decades.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈpæləˌstaɪn/
Syllables
pal·es·tine
Related Words
Synonyms
Holy LandLevantine region
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Proper noun with three 'E's; contains geographical name patterns
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Scrabble
Worth 11 points; proper nouns typically not allowed in standard play
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