Tennessee Definition & Meaning

tennessee
noun
  1. a state in east central United States
  2. a river formed by the confluence of two other rivers near Knoxville; it follows a U-shaped course to become a tributary of the Ohio River in western Kentucky

"Tennessee" in song lyrics

See how tennessee is used in real songs:

  • "I met dolly parton in Tennessee"
    Afroman — Colt 45
  • "I met Dolly Parton in Tennessee"
    The Afroman — Crazy Rap
  • "They puffin hay, I rides a lexus down in Tennessee"
    The Almighty RSO f/ Eightball & MJG — Illicit Activity

Usage tips for "tennessee"

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