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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."

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