texas

[ˈtɛksəs]

texas Definition

a state in the southern US, with a coastline on the Gulf of Mexico; population 29,000,000 (estimated 2019); capital, Austin; statehood, Dec. 29, 1845 (28th state).

Using texas: Examples

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  • Example

    I'm planning to visit Texas next summer.

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    Texas is known for its barbecue and Tex-Mex cuisine.

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    The University of Texas at Austin is one of the largest universities in the US.

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Summary: texas in Brief

Texas [ˈtɛksəs] is a state in the southern US, with a population of 29 million people. It became the 28th state on December 29, 1845, and its capital is Austin. Texas is famous for its barbecue and Tex-Mex cuisine, and it is home to one of the largest universities in the US, the University of Texas at Austin.

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