Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
allegheny
Proper Noun
/ˌæləˈɡeɪni/
Definition
A term primarily associated with the Allegheny River, Allegheny Mountains, or places named Allegheny, particularly in the United States.
Examples
- The Allegheny River flows into the Ohio River at Pittsburgh.
- She hiked through the Allegheny National Forest.
- The city of Allegheny was once a separate municipality before merging with Pittsburgh.
Meaning
The word ‘Allegheny’ originates from the Lenape Indian language, meaning ‘good river’ or ‘fine stream.’ It refers to geographic locations, especially the Allegheny River in Pennsylvania.
Synonyms
- None (Proper noun)
