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Term: Timbuctu

Definition:

Timbuctu is a city located in Mali, West Africa. It is known for its historical significance as a center of trade and Islamic scholarship.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun: a city in Mali

Example Sentence:

The ancient city of Timbuctu was once a flourishing center of commerce.

Sense 2:

Noun: a remote or distant place

Example Sentence:

After hours of driving through the wilderness, they felt like they were in Timbuctu.

Sense 3:

Noun: a hypothetical faraway place used to refer to a location of little consequence

Example Sentence:

I have no idea where he went, probably Timbuctu or something.

Sense 4:

Adjective: relating to Timbuctu or its culture or people

Example Sentence:

She attended a Timbuctu-style wedding, complete with traditional music and dances.

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