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mississippi

/ˌmɪsɪˈsɪpi/
B1 · Intermediate★★★☆☆
noun

Simple Meaning

a long river in the United States, or a state in the southern US.

When to Use

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Intermediate — can handle common situations

Examples in Conversation

We took a boat trip down the Mississippi River last summer.

Have you ever been to Mississippi? I hear the food is amazing.

Full Definition

A major river in the United States, flowing from Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico, or a state in the southeastern U.S. named after the river.

The Mississippi River is one of the longest rivers in North America, playing a key role in American trade and history.

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