Heartland

usgb/ˈhɑːrtlænd/
noun

The most important or central part of a country, area, or field of activity.

The Midwest is considered as the heartland of America.
Visual representation of "heartland" - The most important or central part of a country, area, or field of activity.

Often appears as...

  • heartland of america
  • political heartland
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Cultural Association

The term often brings to mind certain cultural characteristics or heritage of the area.

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The heartland resonates with folk music and traditional crafts.
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Not Literally Central

'Heartland' can be metaphorical and doesn't always mean geographically central.

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Silicon Valley is the heartland of tech innovation.
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Emotional Connection

Speakers may use 'heartland' to express a deep bond with their nation or origin.

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Returning to the heartland always fills me with nostalgia.
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