capital of Delaware

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Definition

Proper noun 1. The capital city of the U.S. state of Delaware: This term refers specifically to the city that serves as the seat of government for the state of Delaware.

Usage
  • This term is used as a proper noun to name a specific geographic and political entity. It is typically used in formal, geographic, or educational contexts.
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Advanced Usage
  • The term can function as a subject, object, or complement in a sentence, following standard rules for proper nouns.
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Variants and Related Words
  • Dover: This is the actual name of the city. "Capital of Delaware" is a descriptive phrase identifying Dover's governmental role.
  • State capital: A general term for any city that is the seat of government for a U.S. state.
Synonyms
  • Dover: The direct and most common synonym.
Notes on Meaning
  • This phrase has a single, specific referential meaning: the city of Dover. It does not have multiple definitions or idiomatic uses. Its sole purpose is to identify this particular city by its governmental function.
Noun
  1. the capital of the state of Delaware

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