District of Columbia Word Search

A free District of Columbia word search you can play straight in the browser. The 12-word list draws on state symbols, landmarks, food, and famous cities, hidden across a 15×15 grid in every direction. Drag through the letters to mark a word off.

Words to find: WASHINGTON, CAPITOL, WHITEHOUSE, MONUMENT, LINCOLN, JEFFERSON, ROOSEVELT, SMITHSONIAN, NATIONALS, CAPITALS, GEORGETOWN, ADAMSMORGAN.

Words run in any of eight directions, backwards included — if one refuses to turn up, try reading the grid right to left.

District of Columbia word list, defined

CAPITOL /kæpɪtəl/ · noun

The building in which a country's government is housed, or the highest legislative body in a country. A building that serves as the seat of government. Related: government building, legislative building, parliament house, seat of government.

MONUMENT /ˈmɒnəmənt/ · noun

A structure or building erected to commemorate a person or event, or to mark a place of historical or cultural significance. A large stone or other structure, especially one that is impressive or monumental. Related: landmark, statue, monolith, obelisk.

NATIONALS /næʃənəlz/ · noun

People who are citizens of a particular country or have a strong connection to it. The sports teams representing a country in international competitions. Related: citizens, patriots, countrymen, residents.

CAPITALS /kæpɪtəlz/ · noun

The cities or towns that are the seats of government or capital of a country, state, or other political entity. The most important or prominent cities in a country or region. Related: headquarters, seat, center, metropolis.

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