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Harare

proper noun

  1. capital of Zimbabwe
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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /həˈɹɑː.ɹeɪ/ / /həˈɹɑː.ɹi/

name

Etymology: From Shona Harare, supposedly from haarari (“it doesn't sleep”), in reference to a waterfall.

  1. The capital city of Zimbabwe; formerly, Salisbury.

    Outside, the city meandered on more fluidly, like a river of precious things and possibilities. For Harare was wealthy in those days.

  2. A province in Zimbabwe that includes the capital city.