Meaning & use
Americana
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Objects, ideas, or cultural artifacts associated with the history, folklore, and traditions of the United States.
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The diner's walls were covered with vintage Americana, from license plates to old road signs.
The musician's latest album blends folk and country influences into a sound rooted in Americana.
A note on using this word
Usually capitalized; also names a genre of folk- and country-influenced American roots music.
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