Definition

Proper noun: 1. A state in the north central United States: South Dakota is one of the 50 U.S. states, located in the Upper Midwest region of North America. It is known for its diverse geography, including the Black Hills and the Badlands.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Mount Rushmore, a famous national memorial, is located in South Dakota.
  • They traveled across South Dakota to see the wildlife in Custer State Park.
  • Pierre is the capital city of South Dakota.

Advanced Usage

• "The South Dakota of [metaphor]": Used figuratively to represent a place perceived as remote, rural, or sparsely populated.
  • This quiet village is the South Dakota of the region, far from the bustling cities.

Variants and Related Words

• South Dakotan (noun): A native or inhabitant of the state of South Dakota.
  • The South Dakotan welcomed the tourists to her state.
• South Dakotan (adjective): Of or relating to the state of South Dakota.
  • We studied South Dakotan history.

Synonyms

• The Mount Rushmore State: The official nickname for South Dakota.
• The Coyote State: Another historical nickname for South Dakota.

Related Phrases

• "East of the Missouri (River)" / "West of the Missouri (River)": Common regional descriptors within the state, referring to the distinct geographical and cultural areas divided by the Missouri River.
  • The farming practices differ significantly east and west of the Missouri in South Dakota.

Noun

1. a state in north central United States