A poetic or archaic name for Arabia or the Arab world; sometimes used romantically to evoke the exoticism of the Middle East.
From Arabia with a poetic suffix. Used primarily in 19th-century literature and poetry as a romantic, orientalist term.
'Araby' sounds like it's from Arabian Nights—and that's the point! Joyce used it in his short story to capture the exotic allure and disappointment of youthful dreams!
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