North Carolina
Definition
A state in the southeastern United States, bordered by Virginia to the north, the Atlantic Ocean to the east, South Carolina and Georgia to the south, and Tennessee to the west.
One of the original Thirteen Colonies, renowned for its contributions to American history, including the Wright brothers' first powered flight at Kitty Hawk and its pivotal role in the Civil War.
Nicknamed the 'Tar Heel State' for its production of tar, pitch, and turpentine, and celebrated for its barbecue, basketball, and blend of mountains, beaches, and urban innovation.
Examples
After a long debate, we decided North Carolina's barbecue rivalry between east and whole-hog styles is the real civil war.
In North Carolina, the mountains whisper secrets to the pines while the Outer Banks beaches spill the tea on pirate lore.
North Carolina: where college basketball fans treat March Madness like a state religion and the Tar Heels as demigods.
Planning a road trip? Swing through North Carolina for craft beer that rivals its innovation in flight – both lift your spirits.