Nash·ville 1 (n sh v l ) The capital of Tennessee, in the north-central part of the state northeast of Memphis. Founded in 1779 as Fort Nashborough, it was renamed in 1784 and became the permanent capital in 1843. Nashville is a port of entry and major commercial center known especially for its music industry. Population: 552,000. |
| Nash·ville 2 (nshvl) n. 1. Country music. 2. The country music industry. [After Nashville1.] |
Nashville [ˈnæʃvɪl]
n
(Placename) a city in central Tennessee, the state capital, on the Cumberland River: an industrial and commercial centre, noted for its recording industry. Pop.: 545 524 (2000)
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| Noun | 1. |  Nashville - capital of the state of Tennessee; located in the north central part of the state on the Cumberland River; known for country music |
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