Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A city in the United States: Chattanooga is a city located in southeastern Tennessee, along the Tennessee River.
   • A significant Civil War battle: Chattanooga refers to a series of engagements in late 1863 during the American Civil War, culminating in a decisive Union victory.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun (Geographical location):

  • We took a weekend trip to Chattanooga to see the aquarium.
  • Chattanooga is known for its beautiful riverfront and mountain views.

• Proper noun (Historical event):

  • The Battle of Chattanooga was a turning point in the Western Theater.
  • Grant's success at Chattanooga led to his promotion to general-in-chief of the Union armies.

Advanced Usage

• "The Chattanooga Campaign": Refers to the broader military operations in and around the city in 1863.
  • The Chattanooga Campaign effectively ended the Confederate siege of the city.

Variants and Related Words

• Chattanoogan (noun): A native or resident of Chattanooga.
  • As a lifelong Chattanoogan, she loved her city.

Synonyms

• The Scenic City (Nickname): A common nickname for Chattanooga, referring to its natural beauty.
• The Battle Above the Clouds: A poetic name for part of the fighting on Lookout Mountain during the Chattanooga battles.

Noun

1. in the American Civil War (1863) the Union armies of Hooker, Thomas, and Sherman under the command of Ulysses S. Grant won a decisive victory over the Confederate Army under Braxton Bragg
2. a city in eastern Tennessee