Cilicia

Pronunciation

• RP IPA: /sɪˈlɪsɪə/, /sɪˈlɪʃə/

Origin

From Latin Cilicia, from Ancient Greek Κιλικία.

Full definition of Cilicia

Proper noun

1. (historical) an ancient region of south-eastern Asia Minor, famed for cilice — haircloth made from the hair of Cilician goats

Derived terms

• Cilician
• cilice
• Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia