Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

caravansary

noun

/ˌkær.əˈvæn.sər.i/

Definition

A large inn or rest house for caravans, especially in Eastern countries.

Examples

The weary travelers found shelter in an ancient caravansary along the trade route.
Each caravansary served as a hub for trade, allowing merchants to exchange goods and share stories.

Meaning

Traditionally, a caravansary is a place where traveling merchants and their animals can rest and recuperate during long journeys across deserts or remote areas.