Definition of Lincoln
:any of an English breed of long-wooled mutton-type sheep
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Origin and Etymology of lincoln
Lincoln
biographical name
Definition of Lincoln
Benjamin 1733–1810 American general in Revolution
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geographical name
Lin·coln
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ˈliŋ-kən
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Definition of Lincoln
1
city in southeastern Nebraska population 258,379
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Lincoln is the capital of Nebraska.
2
city in eastern England population 100,000
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Lincoln is the capital of Lincolnshire.
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