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Bolivar
BO-lihv
Bolivar (name) means a surname, and the name of several towns in the United States named after Simon Bolivar, the South American revolutionary leader. Example: “Bolivar, Missouri is the county seat of Polk County.”
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A surname, and the name of several towns in the United States named after Simon Bolivar, the South American revolutionary leader.
"Bolivar, Missouri is the county seat of Polk County."
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Etymology
Most places named Bolivar honor Simon Bolivar (1783-1830).
Class of 1783
Bolivar joined the language around 1783.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Bolivar” mean?
The word “Bolivar” means a surname, and the name of several towns in the United States named after Simon Bolivar, the South American revolutionary leader.
How do you pronounce “Bolivar”?
“Bolivar” is pronounced BO-lihv (/ˈbɒlɪvɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Bolivar” in a sentence?
Here is “Bolivar” used in a sentence: “Bolivar, Missouri is the county seat of Polk County.”
What part of speech is “Bolivar”?
“Bolivar” is a name.
Where does the word “Bolivar” come from?
The word “Bolivar” dates back to around 1783. Most places named Bolivar honor Simon Bolivar (1783-1830).
