Chicago
ʃɪˈkæɡoʊ
Definition

Definition of Chicago - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
geographyUSlarge city in northeastern Illinois, USAUS
  • Chicago is known for its impressive skyline.
city metropolis urban center
2.
sportsprofessional basketball team
  • The Chicago Bulls have won six NBA championships.
3.
card gameRaregambling card game with chips on specific cardsRare
  • We played Chicago at the casino last night.
4.
musicTECH.style of jazz musicTECH.
  • Chicago jazz has a distinct sound that emerged in the early 20th century.
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Expressions with Chicago

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person influenced by Chicago's economic theories
He is considered a Chicago Boy due to his economic views.

Origin of Chicago

Native American, shikaakwa (wild onion)

Terms with Chicago included in their meaning

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Chicago-style
pizza with a thick crust and high edge
railroad
short for Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad
music
style of music and dance from Chicago
LSDacr.
acr: Lake Shore Drive
famous road along the lake in Chicago
CPDacr.
acr: Chicago Police Department
the law enforcement agency of Chicago
Chicago
narrow space between buildings for access
Illinois city
city in Illinois near Chicago
Chi.abbr.
abr: Chicago
large city in the state of Illinois

Examples of Chicago in a sentence

  • Chicago hosts a famous annual marathon.
  • Chicago has a strong fan base.
  • Many legends have played for Chicago.
  • They introduced me to Chicago during our poker night.
  • Chicago is a thrilling game that requires strategy.
  • Chicago jazz influenced many musicians.

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  1. French:Chicago, Chicago Bulls, ...
  2. German:Chicago, Chicago Bulls, ...
  3. Italian:Chicago, Chicago Bulls, ...
  4. Spanish:Chicago, Chicago Bulls, ...
  5. Portuguese:Chicago, Chicago Bulls, ...
  6. Chinese:芝加哥, 芝加哥公牛队, ...
  7. Japanese:シカゴ, シカゴ・ブルズ, ...
  8. Arabic:شِيكَاغُو, شِيكَاغُو بُولْز, ...
  9. Hebrew:שִׁיקָגוֹ, שִׁיקָגוֹ בּוּלְס, ...
  10. Russian:Чикаго, Чикаго Буллз, ...
  11. Ukrainian:Чикаго, Чикаго Буллз, ...
  12. Hindi:शिकागो, शिकागो बुल्स, ...
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