Old Dominion

noun

1. the state of Virginia (used as a nickname).

Word History and Origins

Origin of Old Dominion¹

An Americanism dating back to 1770–80

Example Sentences

He studied engineering at Old Dominion before switching his major to mathematics.

From Los Angeles Times

The country superstar’s fellow headliners are spitshined Nashville vets Old Dominion and Hardy, one of Music Row’s latest behind-the-scene’s songwriters to make it big on their own, while drawing influences from contemporary hip-hop and rock.

From Seattle Times

Washington briefly held a commitment from former Old Dominion offensive tackle Chris Adams, but he flipped to Memphis on May 6.

From Seattle Times

His arrival coincides with the departure of offensive tackle Chris Adams, a former Old Dominion transfer who initially pledged to join the Huskies on Wednesday.

From Seattle Times

Old Dominion quarterbacks were sacked 62 times, losing 366 yards in the process.

From Seattle Times