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Sicily

SIH-sih-lee

Sicily (name) means the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, an autonomous region of Italy. Example: “They toured ancient ruins during their trip to Sicily.”

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The largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, an autonomous region of Italy.
"They toured ancient ruins during their trip to Sicily."

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Sicilies plural

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Etymology

From Middle English Sicilie, Sicilye, from Old English Sicilia, from Latin Sicilia, from Ancient Greek Σικελία (Sikelía), from Σίκελος (Síkelos, “Sicel”). Doublet of Sicilia.

Origin: Middle English

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Sicily” mean?

The word “Sicily” means the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, an autonomous region of Italy.

How do you pronounce “Sicily”?

“Sicily” is pronounced SIH-sih-lee (/ˈsɪsɪli/ in IPA).

How do you use “Sicily” in a sentence?

Here is “Sicily” used in a sentence: “They toured ancient ruins during their trip to Sicily.”

What part of speech is “Sicily”?

“Sicily” is a name.

Is “Sicily” a common word?

“Sicily” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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