Springfield

/ˌsprɪŋˈfild/
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Other forms: Springfields

Definitions of Springfield
  1. noun
    capital of the state of Illinois
    synonyms: capital of Illinois
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    state capital
    the capital city of a political subdivision of a country
  2. noun
    a city of southwestern Missouri
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    city, metropolis, urban center
    a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
  3. noun
    a city and manufacturing center in southwestern Massachusetts on the Connecticut River
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    city, metropolis, urban center
    a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
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