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spokane

n. countable
C2 Proficiency US //spoʊˈkæn// spokane

n. a city in the state of Washington in the United States. It is known for its river and waterfalls in the middle of the city.

n. a major city in eastern Washington, United States, serving as the seat of Spokane County. The name derives from the Spokane people, a Native American tribe indigenous to the area.


SIMPLE

We are planning a trip to Spokane this summer.

CONTEXTUAL

The city of Spokane is the economic and cultural hub of the Inland Northwest region.

COMPLEX

Located near the Idaho border, Spokane grew rapidly in the late nineteenth century as a center for mining, timber, and rail transportation.

Usage

When referring to the city or the people, it is a proper noun and must be capitalised.

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