1. A state in the western United States, known for the Rocky Mountains and outdoor recreation.
Usage: Proper noun; typically capitalized
2. A major river in the southwestern United States that flows through the Grand Canyon.
Usage: Proper noun; typically capitalized

Examples

• Colorado is famous for skiing and mountain hiking.
• Denver is the capital of Colorado.
• The Colorado River provides water to millions of people in the Southwest.
• Many tourists visit Colorado to see the Rocky Mountains.
• The Colorado River carved out the Grand Canyon over millions of years.