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seattle

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US //siˈætəɫ// seat·tle

n. a large city in the northwest corner of the United States. It is famous for its rainy weather, coffee culture, and tech companies.

n. a major port city in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States, situated between Puget Sound and Lake Washington. It serves as a significant economic and cultural hub, particularly for the aerospace and technology industries.


SIMPLE

I am visiting Seattle next month to see the Space Needle.

CONTEXTUAL

Many people move to Seattle to work for major technology firms, despite the city's reputation for frequent rain.

COMPLEX

The urban landscape of Seattle is defined by its proximity to water and mountains, creating a unique intersection of industrial maritime activity and high-tech corporate development.

Origin

Named after Chief Seattle, from Lushootseed siʔaɬ.

Usage

As a proper noun, it is almost always used without an article unless referring to a specific historical version of the city.

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