Saint Louis

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • A major city in the U.S. state of Missouri: A large, historically significant city located on the western bank of the Mississippi River, known as a major inland port and cultural hub.
    • King Louis IX of France: A 13th-century French king, canonized as a saint, known for his piety, justice, and leadership of the Seventh and Eighth Crusades.
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun (City):
    • The Gateway Arch is the iconic landmark of Saint Louis.
    • Saint Louis is a crucial transportation and commerce center on the Mississippi River.
  • Proper noun (Historical Figure):
    • Saint Louis is revered for his commitment to justice and the poor.
    • Many churches in France are named after Saint Louis.
Advanced Usage
  • "The spirit of Saint Louis": This phrase often refers to the city's pioneering history or, in a historical context, to the character of King Louis IX. It is also the name of Charles Lindbergh's famous airplane.
    • The museum exhibit captures the pioneering spirit of Saint Louis.
Variants and Related Words
  • St. Louis: The most common abbreviated and written form for the city.
    • I flew into St. Louis last night.
  • Louisiana: A U.S. state named in honor of King Louis XIV of France, not directly after Saint Louis, but sharing the namesake origin.
Synonyms
  • The Gateway City: A common nickname for the city of Saint Louis, referencing its historical role in westward expansion.
  • Louis IX: The regnal name for the historical figure Saint Louis.
Related Phrases
  • "Meet me in St. Louis": A famous phrase from the title of a classic film and song, associated with the city.
  • Crusader King: A descriptive phrase often associated with the historical figure Saint Louis due to his role in the Crusades.
Noun
  1. the largest city in Missouri; a busy river port on the Mississippi River near its confluence with the Missouri River; was an important staging area for wagon trains westward in the 19th century
  2. king of France and son of Louis VIII; he led two unsuccessful Crusades; considered an ideal medieval king (1214-1270)

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