Petaluma
//ˌpɛtəˈlumə// name
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Proper Noun
- 1 A city in Sonoma County, California, United States.
"“Part of the appeal of Petaluma is the proximity to wine country and the coast, and downtown has charm,” said Chris Nardone, one of the owners of Ernie’s Tin Bar."
Example
More examples"“Part of the appeal of Petaluma is the proximity to wine country and the coast, and downtown has charm,” said Chris Nardone, one of the owners of Ernie’s Tin Bar."
Etymology
From Coast Miwok Péta Lúuma, meaning "backside of the ridge" or "sloping hill".
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