Star-Spangled Banner

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Etymology

From a description of the United States flag in Defence of Fort McHenry by Francis Scott Key.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˌstɑː(ɹ) ˌspæŋɡəld ˈbænə(ɹ)/
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Proper noun

the Star-Spangled Banner

  1. A nickname for the national flag of the United States of America.

The Star-Spangled Banner

  1. The national anthem of the United States of America.

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