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Definition of salem

salem

/ˈseɪ.ləm/
Sa · lem
Plural:Salems
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salem Lexical Profile

• noun

1

American The capital city of the state of Oregon in the United States, located in the center of the Willamette Valley.

2

American A historic coastal city in Massachusetts, United States, widely known for the witch trials of 1692.

3

A major city in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, recognized for its textile, steel, and agricultural industries.

• Rhymes for salem

• Nearby Words

salal
salamander
salami
salem
salinas
salisbury steak
salix

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Salem. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/salem
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