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Oakland Definition & Meaning

oakland
noun
  1. a city in western California on San Francisco Bay opposite San Francisco; primarily and industrial urban center

"Oakland" in song lyrics

See how oakland is used in real songs:

  • "Oakland"
    3 Melancholy Gypsies — And If
  • "I'm from California but I'm not from Oakland"
    Aceyalone & RJD2 — Fire
  • "eastside Oakland"
    Almyghty Myghty Pythons (Souls of Mischief and The Pharcyde) — Curb Your Nerve

Usage tips for "oakland"

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Frequently asked questions

What does oakland mean?
a city in western California on San Francisco Bay opposite San Francisco; primarily and industrial urban center
What part of speech is oakland?
Oakland is a noun.

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