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heartland

/hɑːrtlænd/ noun · British & US
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What does heartland mean?

noun

The central or most important part of a country or region, especially in terms of its economy or culture. A region in the interior of a country, away from the coast.

Example

"The heartland of America is often considered to be the Midwest, where agriculture and industry are major contributors to the economy."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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