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" Every time I try to set something in Chicago, I get intimidated by 'Augie March.' It's easy to set something in Indianapolis - we don't have 'Augie March' here. But I love writing about Chicago, and I love being there and imagining lives in Chicago. I hope to set something there in the future, but it's intimidating."
John Green

Meaning of "Indianapolis" in the English dictionary

DICTIONARY

PRONUNCIATION OF INDIANAPOLIS

ˌɪndɪəˈnæpəlɪs


GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF INDIANAPOLIS

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Indianapolis is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES INDIANAPOLIS MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Indianapolis

Indianapolis /ˌɪndiəˈnæpɵlɨs/ is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Indiana, and also the county seat of Marion County. As of the 2010 census, the city's population is 820,445. It is the 12th largest city in the United States and the 29th largest metropolitan area in the United States. Historically, Indianapolis has oriented itself around government and industry, particularly manufacturing. Over the late decades of the 20th century, the city's Unigov began a long process to revitalize the downtown area. Today, Indianapolis has a much more diversified economy, contributing to the fields of education, health care, and finance. Tourism is also a vital part of the economy of Indianapolis, with the city playing host to numerous conventions and sporting events. Of these, perhaps the most well known are the annual Indianapolis 500, Brickyard 400, and NHRA U.S. Nationals. Other major sporting events include the annual Big Ten Conference football championship and the Men's and Women's NCAA basketball tournaments. Indianapolis also hosted the Pan American Games in 1987 and Super Bowl XLVI in 2012. Both Forbes and Livability.

Definition of Indianapolis in the English dictionary

The definition of Indianapolis in the dictionary is a city in central Indiana: the state capital. Pop: 783 438.

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Synonyms and antonyms of Indianapolis in the English dictionary of synonyms

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Translation of «Indianapolis» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF INDIANAPOLIS

Find out the translation of Indianapolis to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.

The translations of Indianapolis from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «Indianapolis» in English.
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印第安纳波利斯
1,325 millions of speakers
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Indianápolis
570 millions of speakers
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Indianapolis
510 millions of speakers
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इंडियानापोलिस
380 millions of speakers
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انديانابوليس
280 millions of speakers
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Индианаполис
278 millions of speakers
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Indianapolis
270 millions of speakers
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ইন্ডিয়ানাপলিস
260 millions of speakers
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Indianapolis
220 millions of speakers
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Indianapolis
190 millions of speakers
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Indianapolis
180 millions of speakers
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インディアナポリス
130 millions of speakers
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인디애나 폴리스
85 millions of speakers
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Indianapolis
85 millions of speakers
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Indianapolis
80 millions of speakers
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இண்டியானாபோலிஸ்
75 millions of speakers
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इंडियानापोलिस
75 millions of speakers
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Indianapolis
70 millions of speakers
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Indianapolis
65 millions of speakers
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Indianapolis
50 millions of speakers
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Індіанаполіс
40 millions of speakers
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Indianapolis
30 millions of speakers
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Indianapolis
15 millions of speakers
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Indianapolis
14 millions of speakers
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Indianapolis
10 millions of speakers
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Indianapolis
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of Indianapolis

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about Indianapolis

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10 QUOTES WITH «INDIANAPOLIS»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word Indianapolis.
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Tony Dungy
Our goal was to win, to win a Super Bowl, but also to win in the right way, to be role models to our community, to represent Indianapolis, the state of Indiana and the National Football League.
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John Green
Every time I try to set something in Chicago, I get intimidated by 'Augie March.' It's easy to set something in Indianapolis - we don't have 'Augie March' here. But I love writing about Chicago, and I love being there and imagining lives in Chicago. I hope to set something there in the future, but it's intimidating.
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William Jackson
The puppet characters were combinations of people I had known and to some degree aspects of my own personality. Weird was based on someone I knew in Chicago. Dirty Dragon was based on a good friend I had in Indianapolis.
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Jane Leavy
Indianapolis proved to be the perfect Super Bowl city, accommodating in the truest sense of the word.
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Andrew Luck
After doing some research with my agent, we found out Klipsch was an official Colts partner, and they were based in Indianapolis, which only added to my esteem for the company. I also have a passion for design and technology that developed while I was at Stanford and appreciate the quality of Klipsch's speakers and headphones.
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Richard Lugar
The beginning of my political career was not promising. I ran for junior class president at Shortridge High school and was runner up. I ran again in the senior year with the same result. But opportunity came ironically, or fortunately, when I returned to Indianapolis after serving in the Navy.
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Ricky Martin
I've performed in China, France, New Delhi, and Indianapolis, and everybody just allows themselves to go at it and have a good time. I think that's what I'm doing through music. It's not about 'I'm from here and you're from there.' It's about unity.
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Danica Patrick
The mistake I really learned from was in 2005, leading the Indianapolis 500. I had a decision whether or not to save enough fuel to finish the race - which meant slowing down - or going all-out for the win. I went conservative and saved enough fuel to go to the end but finished fourth.
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Bruce Rauner
Mitch Daniels in Indiana was the best governor in America for eight years. I've gone to Indianapolis to study with him.
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Brian Skerry
The Oceanic White Tip is considered one of the most dangerous sharks in the sea along with the Great White and Tiger. It is responsible for some of the most famous episodes of man-eating in history, such as when the U.S.S. Indianapolis sank in 1945.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «INDIANAPOLIS»

Discover the use of Indianapolis in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to Indianapolis and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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The Encyclopedia of Indianapolis
Although it is a monument to Indianapolis, do not be fooled into thinking this tome is impersonal or boring. It's not. It's about people: interesting people. The Encyclopedia of Indianapolis is as engaging as a biography.
David J. Bodenhamer, Robert G. Barrows, 1994
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Indianapolis Monthly
Indianapolis Monthly is the Circle City’s essential chronicle and guide, an indispensable authority on what’s new and what’s news.
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Indianapolis Monthly
Indianapolis Monthly is the Circle City’s essential chronicle and guide, an indispensable authority on what’s new and what’s news.
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Birds of Indianapolis: A Guide to the Region
Here is the perfect book for birders in the Indianapolis area. It encompasses Marion County and the surrounding counties, including Boone, Hamilton, Hendricks, Hancock, Morgan, Johnson, and Shelby.
Charles E. Keller, Timothy C. Keller, 1993
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Indianapolis Washington High School and the West Side: ...
The 68 year existence of Indianapolis Washington High School is described in a decade-by-decade history with an emphasis on people and athletics as well as focusing on individuals from the World War II and Vietnam eras.
Eddie Bopp, 2010
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Indianapolis Monthly
Indianapolis Monthly is the Circle City’s essential chronicle and guide, an indispensable authority on what’s new and what’s news.
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Autocourse Official History of the Indianapolis 500
Celebrat1ng the 90th running of this legendary race, this lavish and comprehensive history presents nine decades on the legends and races at the "Brickyard.
Donald Davidson, Rick Schaffer, 2006
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Indianapolis: Getaways about Two Hours Away
From state parks to simulated moon walks, there are hundreds of fascinating things to do within a two-hour drive of Indianapolis.
Helen W. O'Guinn, 2004
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Indianapolis Motor Speedway: 100 Years of Racing
" --Mario Andretti, racing legend Officially licensed in cooperation with the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Indianapolis Motor Speedway: 100 Years of Racing tells the compelling story of the most renowned racing venue in the world, capturing ...
Ralph Kramer, 2009
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Wicked Indianapolis
These are not the aspects of Indianapolis history you'll see flaunted in visitors' brochures.
Andrew E. Stoner, 2011

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «INDIANAPOLIS»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term Indianapolis is used in the context of the following news items.
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Amazon brings same-day delivery service to Chicago, Indianapolis
Amazon Prime members in Chicago, Indianapolis can now buy a product have this box on doorsteps in a couple hours. Screenshot by Matt ... «CNET, Jul 15»
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Reggie Wayne Back In Indianapolis, Receives Key To The City
Intro: Reggie Wayne is back in the city of Indianapolis this weekend. On Friday, Wayne was presented a key to Indianapolis from Mayor Greg ... «Colts.com, Jul 15»
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Indianapolis man arrested in Vigo County traffic stop - 13 WTHR …
An Indianapolis man was arrested on I-70 in Vigo County after a traffic stop revealed a passenger being kept in the car against her will, along with suspected ... «WTHR, Jul 15»
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10 Things You Never Knew About the Indianapolis Gondolas …
Hutson Favorito says he's been invited to attend an outdoor screening of the film at the Indianapolis Museum of Art August 28, which happens ... «Indianapolis Monthly, Jul 15»
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Rookies Hold the Key to Indianapolis Colts' Future in the Secondary …
The Indianapolis Colts' secondary might be the best unit on the defense. Led by stud cornerback Vontae Davis and 2014 Pro Bowler Mike ... «Bleacher Report, Jul 15»
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Boy, 13, held at gunpoint during northwest Indianapolis home inv …
INDIANAPOLIS -. Burglars forced a 13-year-old boy into his home and held him at gunpoint as they rummaged through the house. The home ... «WTHR, Jul 15»
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Reward offered for information about Indianapolis family's dog …
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (July 16, 2015) — A central Indiana family is wondering who would steal their puppy, kill it and leave it in someone's front ... «Fox 59, Jul 15»
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Timeline for Friday evening storms and weekend outlook - WTHR.com
INDIANAPOLIS -. The heat is on across central Indiana. The SkyTrak13 Weather Team is forecasting 90-degree heat and triple digit feels like ... «WTHR, Jul 15»
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Pence selects Indianapolis judge for state appeals court : Politics
Pence selects Indianapolis judge for state appeals court ... INDIANAPOLIS | This year, for the first time in 11 years, Indiana will have a new ... «nwitimes.com, Jul 15»
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Fitch Rates Indianapolis Local Public Improvement Bond Bank, IN's …
The Indianapolis Local Improvement Bond Bank (the bond bank) acts as the debt ... Indianapolis has a well-diversified economy that includes ... «MarketWatch, Jul 15»
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