upstate
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Noun — The northern or more rural part of a US state, away from its main city.
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Etymology
Simply up + state, describing the part of a state that lies "up" from its main population center.
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What does “upstate” mean?
The word “upstate” means the northern or more rural part of a US state, away from its main city. In plain terms, the quieter, more rural region of a state, as opposed to its big city — most commonly heard as "upstate New York.".
How do you pronounce “upstate”?
“Upstate” is pronounced UHPS-tayt (/ˈʌpsteɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “upstate” in a sentence?
Here is “upstate” used in a sentence: “They bought a cabin upstate to escape the city on weekends.”
What part of speech is “upstate”?
Depending on how it is used, “upstate” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “upstate” a common word?
“Upstate” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “upstate” have?
“Upstate” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the northern or more rural part of a US state, away from its main city.