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Biloxi

Biloxi (name) means a city on the Gulf Coast of Mississippi, and one of the two county seats of Harrison County. Example: “Biloxi is known for its casinos and seafood.”

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A city on the Gulf Coast of Mississippi, and one of the two county seats of Harrison County.
"Biloxi is known for its casinos and seafood."
noun
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A member of a Native American people who historically lived near the Gulf Coast of Mississippi.

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In plain EnglishA Mississippi coastal city, named after the Native American Biloxi people.

Word forms

Biloxi plural, Biloxis plural

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Etymology

From a French rendering of a Biloxi word meaning roughly "first people."

Origin: French

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Biloxi” mean?

The word “Biloxi” means a city on the Gulf Coast of Mississippi, and one of the two county seats of Harrison County. In plain terms, a Mississippi coastal city, named after the Native American Biloxi people.

How do you use “Biloxi” in a sentence?

Here is “Biloxi” used in a sentence: “Biloxi is known for its casinos and seafood.”

What part of speech is “Biloxi”?

Depending on how it is used, “Biloxi” can be a name and a noun.

Where does the word “Biloxi” come from?

The word “Biloxi” comes from French. From a French rendering of a Biloxi word meaning roughly "first people.".

How many meanings does “Biloxi” have?

“Biloxi” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a city on the Gulf Coast of Mississippi, and one of the two county seats of Harrison County.

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