Meaning of Nebraska | Babel Free
nəˈbɹæs.kəDefinitions
- A state in the Midwestern region of the United States. Capital: Lincoln. Largest city: Omaha.
- A former territory (1854–1867) of the United States, encompassing areas of what is today Nebraska, Wyoming, the Dakotas, Colorado, and Montana. Capital: Omaha.
- Several other places in the United States, named for the state or territory:
- A township in Livingston County, Illinois.
- An unincorporated community in Jennings County, Indiana.
- A ghost town in Scott County, Arkansas.
- A ghost town in Pickaway County, Ohio.
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Ellipsis of University of Nebraska. abbreviation, alt-of, ellipsis
- Ellipsis of University of Nebraska–Lincoln.
Equivalents
Examples
“Let’s move on to Nebraska, a state you think about so little, you didn’t even realize that’s not Nebraska, this is Nebraska. Come on, it’s your country! That’s not okay!”
“The bill, which lawmakers approved in a 211-206 vote, now moves to the Republican-led Senate for consideration. One Republican, Rep. Don Bacon of Nebraska, voted with Democrats Thursday against the measure.”
“Douglas County, where Omaha is located, is one of just two counties in Nebraska that went blue during the 2024 presidential election.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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