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Definition of chiang mai
chiang mai
• noun
1
A major city in northern Thailand, serving as the capital of Chiang Mai Province, renowned for its ancient Buddhist temples, mountainous surroundings, and historical significance as the former capital of the Lan Na kingdom.
2
A mountainous province in northern Thailand that borders Myanmar, characterized by dense national parks, deep valleys, and diverse ethnic hill tribes.
Example
"Doi Inthanon, the highest mountain in Thailand, is located within Chiang Mai province."
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Chiang mai. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 19, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/chiang%20mai