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
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "texas" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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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.
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.
