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Baltimore

BAWL-tih-maw

Baltimore (name) means an independent city in Maryland, the largest in the state. Example: “They took a train down to Baltimore for the weekend.”

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An independent city in Maryland, the largest in the state.
"They took a train down to Baltimore for the weekend."
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Etymology

Named after Cæcilius Calvert, 2nd Baron Baltimore, first Proprietary Governor of Maryland.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Baltimore” mean?

The word “Baltimore” means an independent city in Maryland, the largest in the state.

How do you pronounce “Baltimore”?

“Baltimore” is pronounced BAWL-tih-maw (/ˈbɔl.tɪˌmoɹ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Baltimore” in a sentence?

Here is “Baltimore” used in a sentence: “They took a train down to Baltimore for the weekend.”

What part of speech is “Baltimore”?

“Baltimore” is a name.

Is “Baltimore” a common word?

“Baltimore” is a fairly common word in modern English.

Is Baltimore the capital of Maryland?

No. Baltimore is the largest city in Maryland, but the state capital is Annapolis. Baltimore is an independent city, separate from the surrounding Baltimore County.

What do you call someone from Baltimore?

A resident of Baltimore is called a Baltimorean. The term works as a noun for the person and as an adjective for things connected to the city.

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