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Word: New York City

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: New York City (often called NYC) is the largest city in New York State and in the United States. It is located in the southeastern part of New York, at the place where the Hudson River meets the Atlantic Ocean. NYC is known for being an important financial and cultural center, which means it is very important for business and has many museums, theaters, and other places for art and entertainment.

Usage Instructions:

• You can refer to New York City simply as "New York" when speaking in a casual context, but be careful not to confuse it with the state of New York.
• When writing, "New York City" should always be capitalized.

Example:

1. "I want to visit New York City to see the Statue of Liberty."
2. "New York City is famous for its skyscrapers and diverse culture."

Advanced Usage:

• In discussions about finance, you might say, "Wall Street is the financial heart of New York City."
• When talking about culture, you could mention, "Broadway in New York City is known for its incredible theater productions."

Word Variants:

• NYC (abbreviation)
• New Yorker (a person from New York City)
• New York State (the state that contains New York City)

Different Meanings:

• "New York" can refer to the state as a whole or specifically to New York City, so context is important.
• "New York" may also be used in terms of cultural references, like "New York style pizza."

Synonyms:

• The Big Apple (a popular nickname for New York City)
• Gotham (another nickname, often used in literature)

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• "The Big Apple": This is a well-known nickname for New York City, reflecting its status as a major city.

  • Example: "I’m planning a trip to the Big Apple next summer."

• "Take a bite out of the Big Apple": This phrase means to experience life in New York City.

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Noun

1. the largest city in New York State and in the United States; located in southeastern New York at the mouth of the Hudson river; a major financial and cultural center

Synonyms

• New York
• New York City
• Greater New York