minnesota

n. a state in the Upper Midwest region of the United States, famous for having over 10,000 lakes.

n. a state in the Upper Midwest region of the United States, admitted to the Union in 1858.

“My cousin moved to Minnesota last year to start a new job in Minneapolis.”

“Minnesota is bordered by Canada to the north and Lake Superior to the northeast, contributing to its distinct maritime and continental climate mix.”

n. a river in the United States that flows through the state of Minnesota and joins the Mississippi River.

n. a tributary of the Mississippi River, approximately 332 miles long, located in the northern United States.

“The Minnesota flows into the Mississippi River near the cities of St. Paul and Minneapolis.”

“The Minnesota River basin drains nearly 15,000 square miles, serving as a vital agricultural artery for the region's fertile plains.”

Technical

n. a common way to refer to the University of Minnesota.

n. a metonymic reference to the University of Minnesota, typically the Twin Cities campus.

“She is hoping to study medicine at Minnesota after she finishes high school.”

“After receiving offers from several Big Ten schools, the athlete finally committed to play for Minnesota.”

Informal