Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A city in east central Texas, United States: Waco is a specific geographic location, serving as the county seat of McLennan County. It is situated along the Brazos River.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • We drove through Waco on our way to Austin.
  • Baylor University is located in Waco.
  • The Waco Mammoth National Monument is a popular attraction.

Advanced Usage

• "Waco siege": A historical reference to the 1993 law enforcement siege of the Mount Carmel Center, a compound belonging to the Branch Davidians, located near Waco. This event is a significant part of modern U.S. history.
  • The Waco siege lasted for 51 days.

Variants and Related Words

• Wacoan (noun): A resident or native of Waco.
  • She is a proud Wacoan.

Synonyms

• City: A large town (general term, not a direct synonym for the specific name).
• Municipality: A city or town with its own local government (general term).

Notes on Meaning

• As a proper noun, "Waco" refers exclusively to this specific city. It is not used with an article (e.g., "the Waco" is incorrect when referring to the city itself).
• The name is also used attributively to describe things originating from or related to the city (e.g., , ).

Noun

1. a city in east central Texas