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Definition

A state of the United States that historically votes for the winning candidate in a given election.

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Origins

Compound of bellwether + state.

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How People Actually Use It

A state of the United States that historically votes for the winning candidate in a given election.

"Arizona is a bellwether state."

Source: Urban Dictionary

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