excited states

A form of Excited States of America — Synonym of United States, a country in North America.

Meanings

excited states1

noun
  1. pluralplural of excited state

Excited States2

proper nounthe Excited States
  1. CanadaabbreviationderogatorymildlyShort for Excited States of America, the United States, a country in North America.

Synonyms & antonyms

Origin

Blend of excited + United States with reference to Americans' perceived excitability. Cf. also excited states.

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Chicago

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