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Definition of akron

akron

/ˈæk.rən/
Ak · ron
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akron Lexical Profile

• noun

1

American A major city located in northeastern Ohio, United States, historically recognized globally as a prominent center for tire and rubber manufacturing.

Example

"During the twentieth century, Akron earned the nickname 'Rubber Capital of the World' due to the massive headquarters of several leading tire companies."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Founded in 1825, the city was named after the ancient Greek word 'ákron', meaning 'summit' or 'high point', because it was located at the highest elevation point along the developing Ohio and Erie Canal.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Akron. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/akron
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