appalachia

• Nome próprio que designa uma região cultural e geográfica no leste dos Estados Unidos, abrangendo as Montanhas Apalaches, historicamente conhecida pela indústria de mineração de carvão e por dificuldades econômicas.

A proper noun referring to a cultural and geographic region in the eastern United States, encompassing the Appalachian Mountains, historically known for its coal mining industry and economic challenges.

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1. Geographic and cultural regionB2formalamerican

   A region in the eastern United States, centered around the Appalachian Mountains, known for its distinct culture, history, and economic challenges, including a historical reliance on coal mining.

   Região geográfica e cultural

   • Appalachia stretches from southern New York to northern Mississippi.
   • The culture of Appalachia is rich in folk music and storytelling.
   • Many communities in Appalachia faced economic hardship after the decline of the coal industry.