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Veracruz

Veracruz (name) means a state and port city on the Gulf coast of Mexico. Example: “The ship docked in Veracruz to unload its cargo.”

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A state and port city on the Gulf coast of Mexico.
"The ship docked in Veracruz to unload its cargo."

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Veracruzes plural

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Etymology

Spanish for "true cross."

Origin: Spanish

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What does “Veracruz” mean?

The word “Veracruz” means a state and port city on the Gulf coast of Mexico.

How do you use “Veracruz” in a sentence?

Here is “Veracruz” used in a sentence: “The ship docked in Veracruz to unload its cargo.”

What part of speech is “Veracruz”?

“Veracruz” is a name.

Where does the word “Veracruz” come from?

The word “Veracruz” comes from Spanish. Spanish for "true cross.".

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