Dixie Definition & Meaning

dixie
noun
  1. the southern states that seceded from the United States in 1861
  2. a large metal pot (12 gallon camp kettle) for cooking; used in military camps

"Dixie" in song lyrics

See how dixie is used in real songs:

  • "Whistlin' Dixie"
    Fatal f/ 2Pac, EDI, Val Young — Don't Stop The Music
  • "thats how we do it in dixie"
    AOL — AOL
  • "hayseed dixie"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "dixie"

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