Seattle Definition & Meaning

seattle
noun
  1. a major port of entry and the largest city in Washington; located in west central Washington on the protected waters of Puget Sound with the snow-capped peaks of the Cascade Range and Mount Ranier visible to the south and east; an aerospace and computer center; site of the University of Washington

"Seattle" in song lyrics

See how seattle is used in real songs:

  • "With Mr. Shadow all the way from Colton to Seattle"
    40 Glocc f/ Suga Free, Mr. Shadow — Leave Me Alone (Little Bitty Box)
  • "Only to reappear in the streets of Seattle"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) & Equipto — U Got Talent
  • "Had me rattled when I heard the feds was in Seattle"
    C-Bo f/ Tuna Bug — Ain't No Sunshine

Usage tips for "seattle"

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