iowa

Thân thiện

A family in Iowa grows corn on their farm.

Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A state in the Midwestern United States: Iowa is one of the 50 U.S. states, known for its agricultural production.
   • A member of a Native American people: A person belonging to the Iowa, a Siouan-speaking people originally from the region that includes the present-day state.
2. Noun:
   • The Siouan language spoken by the Iowa people: A dialect of the Chiwere language historically used by the Iowa nation.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun (U.S. state):
  • Corn is a major crop in Iowa.
  • Des Moines is the capital of Iowa.
• Proper noun (Native American people):
  • The Iowa were historically a semi-nomadic people.
• Noun (Language):
  • Efforts are being made to revitalize the Iowa language.

Advanced Usage

• "Iowa caucus": The first major electoral event in the U.S. presidential primary season, held in the state of Iowa.
  • The candidate's performance in the Iowa caucus is closely watched.

Variants and Related Words

• Iowan (noun): A native or resident of the state of Iowa.
  • She is a proud Iowan.
• Iowa (adjective): Pertaining to the state, people, or language.
  • Iowa farmland is very fertile.

Synonyms

• Hawkeye State: A common nickname for the state of Iowa.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a dialect of the Chiwere language spoken by the Iowa
2. a state in midwestern United States
3. a member of the Siouan people formerly living in Iowa and Minnesota and Missouri

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Iowa
• Ioway
• Hawkeye State
• IA