jambiya Meaning & Definition
/d͡ʒæmˈbiːə/
What Does Jambiya Mean?
As a noun, jambiya means An Arabian (especially Yemeni) dagger with a short curved blade that is worn on a belt.
Word Facts for Jambiya
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /d͡ʒæmˈbiːə/ |
| Plural | jambiyas |
Jambiya Definition (Noun)
- An Arabian (especially Yemeni) dagger with a short curved blade that is worn on a belt.
Synonyms of Jambiya
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Jambiya synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
jambiya (plural jambiyas)
Origin of Jambiya
Borrowed from Arabic جَنْبِيَّة (janbiyya).