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Mogadishu Definition & Meaning

mogadishu
noun
  1. the capital and largest city of Somalia; a port on the Indian Ocean

"Mogadishu" in song lyrics

See how mogadishu is used in real songs:

  • "But, uh, ya gotta keep in mind that I grew up in Mogadishu"
    K'naan — Smile
  • "To surviving the streets of Mogadishu"
    K'Naan f/ M1, Stori James — Til We Get There
  • "And bring the havoc like a terrorist in Mogadishu"
    Mr. Mike f/ E-A-Ski — South-West

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Frequently asked questions

What does mogadishu mean?
the capital and largest city of Somalia; a port on the Indian Ocean
What part of speech is mogadishu?
Mogadishu is a noun.

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