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cincinnati

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌsɪnsəˈnæti// cincin·nati Archaic

n. a major city in the United States, located in the state of Ohio. It is famous for its history, sports teams, and location along a large river.

n. a major industrial and commercial city in the southwestern corner of Ohio, situated on the north bank of the Ohio River.


SIMPLE

Cincinnati is a large city in the state of Ohio.

CONTEXTUAL

Many travelers visit Cincinnati to see its historic architecture and enjoy the parks along the riverfront.

COMPLEX

Founded in the late eighteenth century, Cincinnati grew rapidly as a major river port, eventually becoming a significant cultural and economic hub for the American Midwest.

Origin

Named after the Society of the Cincinnati, which is named after Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus; see Latin Cincinnāti and Cincinnātus.

Usage

As a proper noun, it is almost always used in the singular and capitalized.

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