midwest

noun

Meaning

The region of the United States considered to be in the central northern part of the country.

Examples

She grew up in the Midwest and moved to the East Coast for college.
The Midwest is often called the breadbasket of America due to its agricultural production.

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midwest

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌmɪdˈwest/

Definition

The region of the United States considered to be in the central northern part of the country.

Examples

She grew up in the Midwest and moved to the East Coast for college.
The Midwest is often called the breadbasket of America due to its agricultural production.
Many people associate the Midwest with wide-open spaces and cornfields.

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