Minnesota
Definition
A state in the north-central United States, known as the 'Land of 10,000 Lakes,' bordering Canada and the Great Lakes, famous for its harsh winters, progressive politics, and cultural exports like Prince and the Mall of America.
A river in the Midwestern U.S., flowing from Big Stone Lake on the Minnesota-South Dakota border southeastward to the Mississippi River near St. Paul; derived from the Dakota Sioux name 'Mni-sota,' meaning 'sky-tinted water' or 'cloudy water'.
Examples
Heading to Minnesota in January? Pack your long johns unless you fancy becoming a human popsicle.
Minnesota nice is legendary, but try stealing the last lutefisk at the potluck and see how long that lasts.
In Minnesota, 'hotdish' isn't just food—it's the emotional support casserole that gets you through cabin fever.
Minnesota drivers treat snow like it's just confetti from a perpetual state fair parade.