decatur

• 专有名词，可指地名（如伊利诺伊州中部城市迪凯特或阿拉巴马州北部城市迪凯特），也可指历史人物（如以英勇事迹闻名的美国海军军官斯蒂芬·迪凯特），还可指以该名命名的县。

A proper noun referring to a place name, such as a city in central Illinois or a town in northern Alabama, or to a historical figure, a United States naval officer remembered for his heroic deeds.

不可数 · 专有名词

1. Historical figureB2formalamerican

   Stephen Decatur, a prominent United States naval officer known for his heroic actions during the early 19th century.

   历史人物

   • Stephen Decatur is remembered for his famous quote, 'Our country, right or wrong.'
   • Decatur served with distinction in the Barbary Wars and the War of 1812.
   • The naval officer Decatur was a celebrated hero in his time.

2. City in IllinoisB2formalamerican

   A city in central Illinois, historically known as a place where Abraham Lincoln practiced law.

   迪凯特

   • Decatur, Illinois, was an important stop on Abraham Lincoln's legal circuit.
   • The city of Decatur has a rich history tied to the railroad industry.
   • Many historic buildings in Decatur date back to the 19th century.

3. City in AlabamaB2formalamerican

   A town in northern Alabama, located on the Tennessee River.

   阿拉巴马州的城市

   • Decatur, Alabama, is known for its scenic location along the Tennessee River.
   • The city of Decatur in Alabama has a strong industrial and agricultural base.
   • Decatur, Alabama, hosts an annual riverfest celebration.