Missouri Definition & Meaning
missouri
- noun
- a midwestern state in central United States; a border state during the American Civil War, Missouri was admitted to the Confederacy without actually seceding from the Union
- the longest river in the United States; arises in Montana and flows southeastward to become a tributary of the Mississippi at Saint Louis; "The Missouri and Mississippi Rivers together form the third longest river in the world"
- a member of the Siouan people formerly inhabiting the valley of the Missouri river in Missouri
- a dialect of the Chiwere language spoken by the Missouri
"Missouri" in song lyrics
See how missouri is used in real songs:
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"And for my dogs in Missouri"
69 Boyz — Woof Woof -
"Bury his body in Missouri"
Jedi Mind Tricks — Muerte -
"I was born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri"
Mac Lethal — Backward
Words that rhyme with missouri
Usage tips for "missouri"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "missouri" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for missouri to find words that pair well.