Idaho

Pronunciation

• GenAm IPA: /ˈaɪdÉ™hoÊŠ/

Origin

When a name was being selected for new territory, eccentric lobbyist George M. Willing suggested "Idaho," which he claimed was a Shoshone term meaning "gem of the mountains". It was later revealed Willing had made up the name himself.

Full definition of Idaho

Proper noun

1. A Capital: Boise.

Derived terms

• ID
• Idahoan

Noun

1. An Idaho potato.

Anagrams

• hoida