mura

[ moor-uh ]

noun

1. (in Japan) a village; hamlet.

Word History and Origins

Origin of mura¹

From Japanese

Example Sentences

A nimble, triplet-driven, nervous-energy track concocted by the producer Mura Masa has instruments popping in and out like those stubborn, unwanted thoughts.

From New York Times

Burlington police chief Jon Mura said two victims are in a stable condition; the third has suffered much more serious injuries.

From BBC

John Mura, a spokesman for the state Energy and Environment Cabinet, said he didn’t have further information on the quantity of chemicals released.

From Washington Times

Until the board appoints a permanent replacement for Altman, CTO Mura Murati will take the helm.

From Slate

"Walking around this neighborhood, there are many people who have come from other parts of the country to ask for work. People are asking a saint because they can't ask the politicians," said retiree Juan Mura, 58.

From Reuters