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Definition of Dixie - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
US historyUS southern states of the US during the Civil WarUS
- Dixie played a crucial role in the Civil War.
2.
geographyUS nickname for the southern United StatesUS
- Dixie is known for its unique culture and history.
3.
namesRare US female given name from the place nameRare US
- Dixie was named after her grandmother.
4.
Canadian neighborhoodRare US neighborhood in Mississauga, Ontario, CanadaRare US
- Dixie is a vibrant community in Mississauga.
5.
Australian localityRare US rural locality in northern Queensland, AustraliaRare US
- Dixie is known for its beautiful landscapes in Queensland.
Expressions with Dixie
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unofficial nickname for the state of Alabama
Many tourists visit the Heart of Dixie for its rich history.
small disposable paper cup for drinks or food
She poured juice into a Dixie cup.
act in a carefree or nonchalant manner
She was whistling Dixie, ignoring the looming deadline.
Origin of Dixie
French, dix (ten) + -ie (suffix)
Examples of Dixie in a sentence
Dixie was known for its distinct cultural identity. Dixie has a rich musical heritage. Many Civil War battles were fought in Dixie. Dixie received a scholarship for her studies. Everyone was excited to meet Dixie at the reunion. Dixie has several parks and schools.
Real estate in Dixie is booming. Dixie hosts an annual agricultural fair every summer. The small town of Dixie has a rich history.
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- French:Dixie, ...
- German:Dixie, ...
- Italian:Dixie, ...
- Spanish:Dixie, ...
- Portuguese:Dixie, ...
- Chinese:南方, 美国南部, ...
- Japanese:ディキシー, ディクシー, ...
- Arabic:دِيكْسِي, الجنوب الأمريكي, ...
- Hebrew:דִּיקְסִי, ...
- Russian:Дикси, Юг США, ...
- Ukrainian:Діксі, ...
- Hindi:डिक्सी, ...
Definition of dixie - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
field gearDated UK metal container for preparing meals or for serving food, often for troopsDated UK
- He heated stew in a dixie over the fire.
- The soldiers took turns scrubbing the dixie after dinner.
- Smoke curled above the battered dixie hanging from the tripod.
Origin of dixie
French, dix (ten)
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- French:gamelle, ...
- German:Kochkessel, ...
- Italian:gavetta, ...
- Spanish:olla de campaña, ...
- Portuguese:marmita, ...
- Chinese:军用饭锅, ...
- Japanese:軍用飯ごう, ...
- Arabic:قِدْر مَعْدِنِي, ...
- Hebrew:גַּמָּ"ד, ...
- Russian:котелок, ...
- Ukrainian:похідний казанок, ...
- Hindi:सैनिकों के लिए धातु का पकाने वाला बर्तन, ...
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