Milwaukee

[ mil-waw-kee ]

noun
  1. a port in SE Wisconsin, on Lake Michigan.

Other words from Milwaukee

  • Mil·wau·kee·an, noun

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British Dictionary definitions for Milwaukee

Milwaukee

/ (mɪlˈwɔːkiː) /


noun
  1. a port in SE Wisconsin, on Lake Michigan: the largest city in the state; established as a trading post in the 18th century; an important industrial centre. Pop: 586 941 (2003 est)

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Cultural definitions for Milwaukee

Milwaukee

Largest city in Wisconsin.

Notes for Milwaukee

Known for its breweries.

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