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Definition of anaheim

anaheim

/ˈænəhaɪm/
An · a · heim
Plural:Anaheims
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anaheim Lexical Profile

• noun

1

American A major city located in Orange County, California, renowned globally as the home of the Disneyland Resort, major professional sports teams, and a large convention center.

Example

"Millions of tourists travel to Anaheim each year to experience the magic of its famous theme parks."

2

American A mild variety of chili pepper widely used in Southwestern United States and Mexican cuisine, often stuffed, roasted, or used in salsas.

Example

"She roasted an Anaheim pepper to add a mild, smoky flavor to the enchilada sauce."

• Nearby Words

anacyclus
anadyr
anagallis
anaheim
ancho
anchor
anchorage

Word Origin & Etymology

Founded in 1857 by fifty German-American families, the name blends 'Ana', from the nearby Santa Ana River, with the German word '-heim', meaning 'home'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Anaheim. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 11, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/anaheim
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