"Ebonyi" meaning in English

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Proper name

Etymology: From the Abonyi River, ultimately of Igbo origin Etymology templates: {{bor|en|ig|-}} Igbo Head templates: {{en-prop}} Ebonyi
  1. A state of Nigeria in the South East geopolitical zone. Capital and largest city: Abakaliki. Categories (place): Ebonyi State, Nigeria, Places in Nigeria, States of Nigeria
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