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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).

· First attested 1783

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).