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Definition of mcallen

mcallen

/məˈkæl.ən/
Mc · Al · len
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mcallen Lexical Profile

• noun

1

American A major city in southern Texas, located in the Rio Grande Valley near the United States-Mexico border, recognized as a regional hub for international trade, agriculture, and retail.

Example

"The vibrant culture and rapidly growing economy of McAllen are heavily influenced by its proximity to the Mexican border."

• Rhymes for mcallen

• Nearby Words

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mbomou
mbuna
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Word Origin & Etymology

Named after John McAllen, a Scottish-born pioneer and prominent landowner who co-founded the original townsite in southern Texas in 1904.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mcallen. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mcallen
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