caravan city en · NOUN
Etymology
Coined by Michael Rostovtzeff (1870-1952).
Meanings
- (historical) A city, such as some of those in the ancient Near East, which derives its prosperity from its location on a major trans-desert trade route.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| caravan cities | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Translations (3)
cmn 駝隊城市 /驼队城市 (city) · fi karavaanikaupunki (city) · fr cité caravanière (city)