NH
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- A state in the northeastern United States: "NH" is the official two-letter postal abbreviation for the state of New Hampshire. It is one of the six New England states and was one of the original Thirteen Colonies that declared independence from Great Britain.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The mailing address is Concord, NH 03301. (This shows "NH" used in a postal address.)
- She traveled from MA to NH for the weekend. (This shows "NH" used to abbreviate the state name in a comparative context.)
Advanced Usage
- In formal and technical contexts: "NH" is primarily used in contexts requiring brevity, such as postal addresses, data fields, maps, and official forms.
- Please enter your state code (e.g., CA, TX, NH). (Used in a data entry instruction.)
- The weather forecast for NH calls for snow. (Used in a headline or brief report.)
Variants and Related Words
- New Hampshire: The full name of the state for which "NH" is the abbreviation.
- New Hampshire is known for its scenic mountains.
- N.H.: A less common variant with periods, sometimes used in more formal writing outside of postal contexts.
- The company is based in Manchester, N.H.
Synonyms
- New Hampshire: The full, unabbreviated name is the direct synonym.
Related Phrases
- The Granite State: The official nickname for the state of New Hampshire.
- NH is nicknamed The Granite State.
Noun
- a state in New England; one of the original 13 colonies