Dixie
2 synonyms for Dixie, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An informal name for the southern United States, especially the states that once formed the Confederacy.
Synonyms
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Rare, literary or technical
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Etymology
First recorded in 1859; possibly linked to the Mason-Dixon Line, or to a New Orleans ten-dollar note once nicknamed a "dixie" (from French dix, "ten").
Full origin of Dixie →Frequently asked questions
What does “Dixie” mean?
The word “Dixie” means an informal name for the southern United States, especially the states that once formed the Confederacy.
How do you pronounce “Dixie”?
“Dixie” is pronounced DIHK-see (/ˈdɪksi/ in IPA).
How do you use “Dixie” in a sentence?
Here is “Dixie” used in a sentence: “The song became an unofficial anthem of Dixie during the Civil War era.”
What is another word for “Dixie”?
Words with a similar meaning to “Dixie” include Dixieland and South.
What part of speech is “Dixie”?
“Dixie” is a noun.
Where does the word “Dixie” come from?
The word “Dixie” dates back to around 1859 and comes from French. First recorded in 1859; possibly linked to the Mason-Dixon Line, or to a New Orleans ten-dollar note once nicknamed a "dixie" (from French dix, "ten").
Is “Dixie” a common word?
“Dixie” is an uncommon word in modern English.
