St. Cloud
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Definition
Proper noun 1. A city in the United States: St. Cloud is a city located in central Minnesota, USA, situated on the Mississippi River. It is historically known for its granite quarries.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The university in St. Cloud has a large student population.
- Granite from the quarries near St. Cloud was used in many historic buildings.
- They drove from Minneapolis to St. Cloud for the weekend.
Advanced Usage
- The name "St. Cloud" can be used metonymically to refer to institutions or entities based in that city.
- The research was conducted in collaboration with St. Cloud State University.
- The St. Cloud granite industry was a major economic driver in the early 20th century.
Variants and Related Words
- St. Cloudite (n., rare): A resident of St. Cloud, Minnesota.
- Granite City (n.): A historical nickname for St. Cloud, referencing its quarrying industry.
Synonyms
- City
- Municipality
Notes on Different Meanings
- St. Cloud is primarily a geographical proper noun referring to this specific city in Minnesota. It should not be confused with other places named Saint Cloud (e.g., in Florida or France).
- The abbreviation "St." is always used and stands for "Saint".
Noun
- a town in central Minnesota on the Mississippi River; granite quarries