andhra pradesh
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Andhra Pradesh is a state known for its beautiful coastline along the Bay of Bengal.
Definition
Proper noun: A state located in the southeastern coastal region of India, bordering the Bay of Bengal. It is one of the 28 states of India, known for its rich history, cultural heritage, and as a major producer of rice and other agricultural products.
Usage
- As a subject: "Andhra Pradesh is known for its Kuchipudi dance form."
- As an object: "They traveled through Andhra Pradesh on their tour of South India."
- With prepositions: "The city of Visakhapatnam is in Andhra Pradesh." / "Tirupati, a major pilgrimage site, is located in Andhra Pradesh."
Examples
Advanced Usage
- Historical context: Refers to the region's political entity, which was reorganized in 2014 when the state of Telangana was carved out from it.
- The Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act was passed in 2014.
Variants and Related Words
- Andhra: Often used as a shorter, informal reference to the state or its cultural region.
- Andhra cuisine is known for its spicy flavors.
- Telugu: Pertaining to the primary language and ethnic group of the state.
- The Telugu film industry is based in Hyderabad.
Synonyms
- AP: A common initialism used in administrative and informal contexts.
- The new policy will be implemented first in AP.
Related Phrases
- Coastal Andhra: Refers to the region of Andhra Pradesh along the coast.
- Rayalaseema: Refers to the inland, southwestern region of the state.
Andhra Pradesh is a state known for its beautiful coastline along the Bay of Bengal.
Noun
- a state of southeastern India on the Bay of Bengal