kentucky

ken-tuck-y · proper_noun

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Definitions

proper_noun

  1. 1.

    A state in the southeastern United States, known for horse racing, bourbon whiskey, and bluegrass music.

  2. 2.

    (Attributive) Relating to or originating from Kentucky.

Phrases & expressions

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    Kentucky Derby — The famous annual horse race held in Louisville, Kentucky
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    Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) — A fast-food chain originating in Kentucky
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    Kentucky bourbon — Bourbon whiskey made in Kentucky, known for its distinctive flavor
  • •
    Kentucky bluegrass — A type of grass common in pastures and lawns

Related words

See also: bluegrass, bourbon, state

Etymology

From an Iroquoian word, possibly meaning "meadow land," "land of tomorrow," or "dark and bloody ground." The exact origin is disputed among various Native American languages.