pee dee
pee dee Lexical Profile
• noun
American A major river in the southeastern United States that flows from the Appalachian Mountains in North Carolina into Winyah Bay in South Carolina.
"The historic plantations were established along the fertile banks of the Pee Dee River."
American A geographic and cultural region in the northeastern corner of South Carolina, characterized by its historical agricultural heritage.
"Many popular and distinct barbecue styles in South Carolina originated in the Pee Dee region."
American An indigenous Native American tribe of the Southeastern Woodlands, historically inhabiting the Piedmont and Coastal Plain regions of South Carolina.
"The town was named in honor of the Pee Dee, who had lived in the river basin for centuries prior to European settlement."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the name of the Pee Dee (or Pedee) people, an indigenous Native American tribe of the southeastern United States.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.