Meaning of state in English
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1. the particular condition that someone or something is in
She was in a state of panic.
The governor declared a state of emergency.
2. a nation or territory, especially when it is considered as an organized political community under one government
a welfare state
3. any of the political or geographical units forming a country such as the United States
The state of Nevada is largely desert.
4. the United States of America
the Secretary of State
1. express something definitely or clearly in spoken or written words, especially to announce it publicly
State your name, age, and occupation.