Amman Word Search

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Printable Amman word search — 15×15 letter grid with 8 words to find including CITADEL, ROMANTHEATRE, UMAYYADPALACE, plus 4 hidden bonus words
Printable Amman word search — 15×15 letter grid with 8 words to find including CITADEL, ROMANTHEATRE, UMAYYADPALACE, plus 4 hidden bonus words

Amman, as a word search. 12 words drawn from landmarks, neighborhoods, and local flavor sit hidden in a 15×15 letter grid, running in every direction. Drag across a word to claim it, and clear the board to finish.

Words to find: CITADEL, ROMANTHEATRE, UMAYYADPALACE, RAINBOWSTREET, ALABDALI, JABALALWEIBDEH, ABDOUN, SWEIFIEH, JABALALHUSSEIN, MANSAF, FALAFEL, HUMMUS.

The timer only feeds a small speed bonus, so take as long as you need, and spend a hint if a word will not surface.

Amman word list, defined

CITADEL /ˈsɪtədəl/ · noun
A citadel is a fortress, typically one commanding a city and usually situated in an elevated position, designed to protect or dominate it. It can also be used figuratively to mean a stronghold of some principle, belief, or institution. Related: fortress, stronghold, fort, bastion.
FALAFEL /fəˈlɑːfəl/ (also /fəˈlæfəl/ in US) · noun
A Middle Eastern dish of small balls or patties made from ground chickpeas or fava beans mixed with herbs and spices, typically deep-fried and served in pita bread or as part of a mezze. Related: chickpea fritters, felafel.
HUMMUS /ˈhʊməs/ · noun
A thick creamy spread or dip made primarily from blended chickpeas, often combined with tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil. Related: chickpea dip, chickpea spread, chickpea paste, garbanzo dip.

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