Definition

Proper noun 1. A state in the southeastern United States: One of the 50 states of the United States of America, located on the Atlantic coast. It was one of the original Thirteen Colonies that declared independence from Great Britain. 2. A historical British colony: Refers specifically to the Province of North Carolina, a British colony in North America that existed from 1712 until it became a U.S. state.

Usage Examples

• As a U.S. state:
• As a historical colony:

Advanced Usage

• "The Old North State": A common nickname for the state of North Carolina, often used in official contexts and songs.
• "Tar Heel State": Another traditional nickname for North Carolina, often used to refer to its residents (Tar Heels) or in sports contexts.

Variants and Related Words

• North Carolinian (noun): A native or resident of the state of North Carolina.
• NC (abbreviation): The official two-letter postal abbreviation for the state.

Synonyms

• The Old North State (Nickname)
• The Tar Heel State (Nickname)

Related Phrases

• "First in Flight": A motto associated with North Carolina, referencing the first powered flight by the Wright brothers at Kitty Hawk.
• "To be a Tar Heel": To be associated with or a fan of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, or more broadly, to be from the state.

Noun

1. one of the British colonies that formed the United States
2. a state in southeastern United States; one of the original 13 colonies