Appalachian
What is another word for Appalachian? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Adj — Relating to the Appalachian Mountains or the region and culture of Appalachia in the eastern United States.
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Etymology
From the name of the Apalachee, a Native American people of northern Florida, later applied by Spanish explorers to the wider mountain range.
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What does “Appalachian” mean?
The word “Appalachian” means relating to the Appalachian Mountains or the region and culture of Appalachia in the eastern United States. In plain terms, relating to the mountainous Appalachia region of the eastern US, or to people from there.
How do you pronounce “Appalachian”?
“Appalachian” is pronounced a-puh-LA-chuhn (/ˌæ.pəˈlæ.t͡ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Appalachian” in a sentence?
Here is “Appalachian” used in a sentence: “Appalachian folk music blends Irish, Scottish, and African influences.”
What part of speech is “Appalachian”?
Depending on how it is used, “Appalachian” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “Appalachian” come from?
The word “Appalachian” comes from Spanish. From the name of the Apalachee, a Native American people of northern Florida, later applied by Spanish explorers to the wider mountain range.
How many meanings does “Appalachian” have?
“Appalachian” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to the Appalachian Mountains or the region and culture of Appalachia in the eastern United States.
