raleigh

• Nome próprio referente a Walter Raleigh, cortesão e explorador inglês, ou à cidade de Raleigh, capital do estado da Carolina do Norte, nos Estados Unidos.

A proper noun referring to a historical English courtier and explorer, or the capital city of North Carolina, USA.

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1. English explorer and courtierB2formal

   An English courtier, explorer, and writer who was a favorite of Queen Elizabeth I. He attempted to establish a colony in Virginia and is credited with introducing tobacco and potatoes to England.

   Explorador e cortesão inglês

   • Sir Walter Raleigh was a prominent figure in the Elizabethan era.
   • Raleigh's expeditions to the New World were funded by the English crown.
   • He is famously known for laying his cloak over a puddle for Queen Elizabeth I.

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2. Capital city of North CarolinaA2formalamerican

   The capital city of the U.S. state of North Carolina, located in the east-central part of the state.

   Raleigh

   • Raleigh is known for its vibrant research and technology sectors.
   • The city of Raleigh is part of the Research Triangle region.
   • Many tourists visit Raleigh for its museums and historic sites.