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kentucky

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US //kənˈtəki// ken·tucky

n. a state in the east-central United States. It is famous for horse racing, beautiful green grass, and fried chicken.

n. a landlocked state located in the east-central region of the United States. Formally known as a commonwealth, it is geographically situated between the Appalachian Mountains and the Mississippi River.


SIMPLE

Kentucky is famous for its fast horses.

CONTEXTUAL

Many tourists visit Kentucky every May to watch the famous horse race held in Louisville.

COMPLEX

The geological diversity of Kentucky ranges from the rugged coalfields of the east to the fertile bluegrass plains that support the state's historic thoroughbred industry.

Synonyms
Origin

Uncertain; possibly from an Iroquoian word meaning "prairie"; compare Mohawk kenhtà:ke (“the meadow”), Seneca gëdá'geh (“at the field”).

Usage

Proper noun; typically used without an article unless referring to a specific historical period or context.

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