used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
Abdallah
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From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
AfricanadjectiveUS /ˈæfrəkən/
of or relating to the nations of Africa or their peoples
From this reading I thought that that antique African city was the unaware keeper of the cup of Eros containing a little of the perfume of the flower of the passion of ancient Greece.
Belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence or deeply revered.
From this reading I thought that that antique African city was the unaware keeper of the cup of Eros containing a little of the perfume of the flower of the passion of ancient Greece.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
antiqueadjectiveUS /ænˈtiːk/
made in or typical of earlier times and valued for its age
From this reading I thought that that antique African city was the unaware keeper of the cup of Eros containing a little of the perfume of the flower of the passion of ancient Greece.
ArrayedadjectiveUS /ərˈeɪd/
in ceremonial attire and paraphernalia
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
beltsnounUS /belts/
plural of “belt” — endless loop of flexible material between two rotating shafts or pulleys
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
charminglyadverbUS /ˈtʃɑːrmɪŋli/
in a charming manner
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
circlesnounUS /ˈsɜːrkəlz/
plural of “circle” — ellipse in which the two axes are of equal length; a plane curve generated by one point moving at a constant distance from a fixed point
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
From this reading I thought that that antique African city was the unaware keeper of the cup of Eros containing a little of the perfume of the flower of the passion of ancient Greece.
belonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
containingverbUS /kənˈteɪnɪŋ/
-ing form of “contain” — include or contain; have as a component
From this reading I thought that that antique African city was the unaware keeper of the cup of Eros containing a little of the perfume of the flower of the passion of ancient Greece.
the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
neither warm nor very cold; giving relief from heat
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
cous-cous
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From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
a small open container usually used for drinking; usually has a handle
From this reading I thought that that antique African city was the unaware keeper of the cup of Eros containing a little of the perfume of the flower of the passion of ancient Greece.
taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
dishnounUS /dɪʃ/
a piece of dishware normally used as a container for holding or serving food
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
dispenseverbUS /dɪˈspens/
administer or bestow, as in small portions
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
take in liquids
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
eageradjectiveUS /ˈiːɡər/
having or showing keen interest or intense desire or impatient expectancy
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
take in solid food
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
embroideredverbUS /emˈbrɔɪdərd/
past form of “embroider” — decorate with needlework
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
enormouslyadverbUS /ɪˈnɔːrməsli/
extremely
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
ErosnounUS /ˈɪrɑːs/
(Greek mythology) god of love; son of Aphrodite; identified with Roman Cupid
From this reading I thought that that antique African city was the unaware keeper of the cup of Eros containing a little of the perfume of the flower of the passion of ancient Greece.
Fassis
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From this reading Moulay Abdallah is the unique recreation quarter of the young Fassis.
fatmas
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From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
feastsnounUS /fiːsts/
plural of “feast” — a ceremonial dinner party for many people
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
femalesnounUS /ˈfiːmeɪlz/
plural of “female” — an animal that produces gametes (ova) that can be fertilized by male gametes
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
flamenconounUS /fləˈmeŋkoʊ/
guitar music composed for dancing the flamenco
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms
From this reading I thought that that antique African city was the unaware keeper of the cup of Eros containing a little of the perfume of the flower of the passion of ancient Greece.
floweredadjectiveUS /ˈflaʊərd/
resembling or made of or suggestive of flowers
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
fondouks
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From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
plural of “garden” — a plot of ground where plants are cultivated
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
garçonnières
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From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
GreecenounUS /ɡriːs/
a republic in southeastern Europe on the southern part of the Balkan peninsula; known for grapes and olives and olive oil
From this reading I thought that that antique African city was the unaware keeper of the cup of Eros containing a little of the perfume of the flower of the passion of ancient Greece.
occupied or in the control of; often used in combination
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
intimateadjectiveUS /ˈɪntəmət/
marked by close acquaintance, association, or familiarity
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
past form of “invite” — increase the likelihood of
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Moulay Abdallah is the unique recreation quarter of the young Fassis.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It is a separate little walled town with its own shops and police and musicians.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading It is a separate little walled town with its own shops and police and musicians.
keepernounUS /ˈkiːpər/
someone in charge of other people
From this reading I thought that that antique African city was the unaware keeper of the cup of Eros containing a little of the perfume of the flower of the passion of ancient Greece.
a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading It is a separate little walled town with its own shops and police and musicians.
not compact or dense in structure or arrangement
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
the force of workers available
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
menthe
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From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
mintnounUS /mɪnt/
(often followed by “of”) a large number or amount or extent
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
Moulay
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
musiciansnounUS /mjuːˈzɪʃənz/
plural of “musician” — someone who plays a musical instrument (as a profession)
From this reading It is a separate little walled town with its own shops and police and musicians.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading It is a separate little walled town with its own shops and police and musicians.
paradisenounUS /ˈperədaɪs/
any place of complete bliss and delight and peace
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
a strong feeling or emotion
From this reading I thought that that antique African city was the unaware keeper of the cup of Eros containing a little of the perfume of the flower of the passion of ancient Greece.
perfumenounUS /pərˈfjuːm/
a distinctive odor that is pleasant
From this reading I thought that that antique African city was the unaware keeper of the cup of Eros containing a little of the perfume of the flower of the passion of ancient Greece.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
the force of policemen and officers
From this reading It is a separate little walled town with its own shops and police and musicians.
princelyadjectiveUS /ˈprɪnsli/
ostentatiously rich and superior in quality
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
profaneadjectiveUS /proʊˈfeɪn/
characterized by profanity or cursing
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
one of four equal parts
From this reading Moulay Abdallah is the unique recreation quarter of the young Fassis.
queensnounUS /kwiːnz/
a borough of New York City
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
recreationnounUS /ˌrekriˈeɪʃən/
an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates
From this reading Moulay Abdallah is the unique recreation quarter of the young Fassis.
residencenounUS /ˈrezɪdəns/
any address at which you dwell more than temporarily
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
richlyadverbUS /ˈrɪtʃli/
to an ample degree or in an ample manner
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
robesnounUS /roʊbz/
plural of “robe” — any loose flowing garment
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
act as a barrier between; stand between
From this reading It is a separate little walled town with its own shops and police and musicians.
shopsnounUS /ʃɑːps/
plural of “shop” — a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services
From this reading It is a separate little walled town with its own shops and police and musicians.
squattingnounUS /ˈskwɑːtɪŋ/
exercising by repeatedly assuming a crouching position with the knees bent; strengthens the leg muscles
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
statelyadjectiveUS /ˈsteɪtli/
impressive in appearance
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
carry out
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
a beverage made by steeping tea leaves in water
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading I thought that that antique African city was the unaware keeper of the cup of Eros containing a little of the perfume of the flower of the passion of ancient Greece.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading I thought that that antique African city was the unaware keeper of the cup of Eros containing a little of the perfume of the flower of the passion of ancient Greece.
thé
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From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city
From this reading It is a separate little walled town with its own shops and police and musicians.
turbansnounUS /ˈtɜːrbənz/
plural of “turban” — a traditional Muslim headdress consisting of a long scarf wrapped around the head
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
unawareadjectiveUS /ˌʌnəˈwer/
(often followed by “of”) not aware
From this reading I thought that that antique African city was the unaware keeper of the cup of Eros containing a little of the perfume of the flower of the passion of ancient Greece.
uniqueadjectiveUS /juːˈniːk/
radically distinctive and without equal
From this reading Moulay Abdallah is the unique recreation quarter of the young Fassis.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
walledverbUS /wɔːld/
past form of “wall” — surround with a wall in order to fortify
From this reading It is a separate little walled town with its own shops and police and musicians.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
which person or people
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
in the company of; together with
From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.
wittyadjectiveUS /ˈwɪti/
combining clever conception and facetious expression
From this reading Arrayed in richly flowered and loose robes held in place by enormously broad embroidered belts and squatting with the dignity of queens, the young females who take up residence there charmingly dispense mint tea and witty conversation to circles of eager young men.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading Moulay Abdallah is the unique recreation quarter of the young Fassis.
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From this reading I was invited to princely marriage feasts, to eat _cous-cous_ from a common dish with stately old "turbans," to drink _thé à la menthe_ in cool gardens, to the intimate _flamenco_ dancing of fatmas in the _garçonnières_ of _fondouks_ and to the profane paradise of Moulay Abdallah.