"Pelican State" meaning in English

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Proper name

IPA: /ˈpɛl.ɪ.kən steɪt/, /ˈpɛl.ə.kən steɪt/, [ˈpʰɛl.ɪ.kn̩ steɪ̯t̚]
Etymology: A tribute to Louisiana's official state bird, the brown pelican. Head templates: {{en-proper noun|head=Pelican State}} Pelican State
  1. The official nickname for the state of Louisiana in the United States of America. Categories (place): Louisiana, USA, State nicknames of the United States Synonyms: Bayou State, Creole State, Sportsman's Paradise, The Boot
    Sense id: en-Pelican_State-en-name-IIKVfXR1 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
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