Kansas
6 lettersnounmoderateUpdated February 2026
Definition
A state in the Midwestern United States known for agriculture, particularly wheat production, and its prairie landscapes. Kansas became the 34th state in 1861 and has rich Native American and pioneer history.
“Kansas is often referred to as the 'breadbasket of America' due to its wheat production.”
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Sunflower StateKS
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Wordle
Proper noun with vowels A (appearing twice); K at start with double S.
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Scrabble
Worth 10 points; the K provides the primary value in this state name.
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