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Definition of veracruz

veracruz

/ˌvɛrəˈkruːz/
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veracruz Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A major port city on the Gulf of Mexico located in the Mexican state of Veracruz, historically significant as the oldest and largest port in the country.

2

A state in eastern Mexico stretching along the coast of the Gulf of Mexico, known for its rich indigenous history, agricultural production, and petroleum industry.

Example

"The coastal state of Veracruz is famous for its vibrant cultural heritage and traditional son jarocho music."

• Rhymes for veracruz

• Nearby Words

venus flytrap
venus's looking glass
vera
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veranda
verandahed
veratric

Word Origin & Etymology

From Spanish 'Vera Cruz', meaning 'True Cross'. The city was originally named 'Villa Rica de la Vera Cruz' (Rich Village of the True Cross) by Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés, who landed there on Good Friday in 1519.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Veracruz. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/veracruz
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