ohio

word

/oʊˈhaɪoʊ/
oh-HY-oh
/əʊˈhaɪəʊ/
oh-HY-oh

Definition

Ohio is a state in the Midwestern United States. People use this word to talk about the state itself, its cities, its people, or something connected to it.

Usage & Nuances

Usually a proper noun, so it is capitalized as 'Ohio'. Common patterns: 'in Ohio', 'from Ohio', 'Ohio State' (which may refer to the state or to Ohio State University depending on context). In informal internet slang, 'Ohio' can sometimes appear as a meme reference, but the main meaning is the U.S. state.

Example Sentences

My aunt lives in Ohio.

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He is from Ohio.

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We drove across Ohio last summer.

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I didn't realize Ohio had so many big cities.

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They're thinking about moving to Ohio for work.

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I've only been to Ohio once, but I really liked it.

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