Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A city in north central Venezuela: Maracay is a city located in the north central region of Venezuela.
   • Cattle center: Historically and economically, Maracay is known as a center for cattle ranching and related industries.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Maracay is the capital of Aragua state.
  • The agricultural fair in Maracay attracts ranchers from across the country.
  • We drove from Caracas to Maracay.

Advanced Usage

• Used in geopolitical or economic contexts: The name "Maracay" is often used when discussing the regional economy or geography of Venezuela.
  • The industrial development in Maracay has expanded beyond its traditional cattle base.

Variants and Related Words

• Maracayero/a (adj, informal): A demonym, meaning a person from Maracay.
  • The Maracayero community is proud of its city's history.

Synonyms

• City (in the general sense, though this is not a direct synonym for the proper name).
• Urban center.

Notes on Meaning

• As a proper noun, "Maracay" refers specifically to this single, unique city. It does not have multiple common meanings. Its significance is tied to its location and its historical role in Venezuela's cattle industry.

Noun

1. a city in north central Venezuela; cattle center