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caravansary
Car`a`vanīsa`ry
Noun 1. caravansary - an inn in some Eastern countries with a large courtyard that provides accommodation for caravans
caravan inn, caravanserai, khan
hostel, hostelry, inn, lodge - a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers
This definition is inadequate. The " -serai" refers to an
enclosure, where camels were protected.
ran into this one in G & S Pirates of Penzance...
formerly known as etaoin...
And Carlos Santana made a wonderful album of that name.
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