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utah

n. uncountable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈjuˌtɔ// utah

n. a state in the western United States known for its beautiful red rocks, deserts, and mountains. It is a popular place for hiking and skiing.

n. a landlocked state in the western United States, bordered by Idaho, Wyoming, Colorado, Arizona, and Nevada. It is historically associated with the settlement of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.


SIMPLE

We are planning a road trip through Utah this summer.

CONTEXTUAL

Many tourists visit southern Utah to see the unique rock formations in Zion National Park.

COMPLEX

The geological diversity of Utah attracts researchers from around the globe who study its expansive salt flats and well-preserved Mesozoic fossil beds.

Synonyms
Origin

Borrowed from Spanish Yuta, of Pueblo and/or Apache origin.

Usage

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

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