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iowa

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈaɪəwə// iowa

n. a state in the Midwestern region of the United States. It is known for its flat land, farming, and growing a lot of corn.

n. a landlocked state in the Midwestern United States, bordered by the Mississippi River to the east and the Missouri River to the west. Often cited in political contexts for its early role in the presidential primary cycle.


SIMPLE

They moved to Iowa to start a large farm.

CONTEXTUAL

Many students from around the world travel to Iowa to study at its famous university writing programs.

COMPLEX

The economy of Iowa is heavily influenced by its agricultural output, particularly in the production of corn and soybeans, which supports a vast network of processing and manufacturing industries.

Synonyms
Origin

From French Aiouez/Ayoés, an early transliteration of the name for the Iowa tribe, from Dakota ayúxba (“sleepy ones”).

Usage

As a proper noun, it is always capitalized and typically used without an article.

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