Anacostia

[ an-uh-kaws-tee-uh, -kos- ]

noun

1. a section of the District of Columbia, in the SE part.

Example Sentences

So Obama wades back into the inequality debate today with a speech in Anacostia.

From The Daily Beast

“A lot of members on the council speak about assisting various areas like Anacostia but very few have ever visited,” said Gautier.

From The Daily Beast

Upon entering his home in Anacostia, a few hours later, he dropped to the floor and expired instantly.

From Project Gutenberg

Vessels laden with tobacco still sailed from its wharves down the Anacostia.

From Project Gutenberg

To the southeast, on the Anacostia River, was the navy yard, active enough now.

From Project Gutenberg

The Anacostia River, at its mouth, is almost the same width and fully as deep.

From Project Gutenberg