Henan
Americannoun
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a province in eastern China. 64,479 sq. mi. (167,000 sq. km). Zhengzhou.
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former name of Luoyang.
noun
Example Sentences
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Looking "to start my own business", Zhang now plans to open a stall in his hometown in Henan province to provide for his wife and three children.
From Barron's ● Jul. 2, 2026
"I have one child, and I don't want any more," says 36-year-old Daniel Luo, who lives in the eastern province of Henan.
From BBC ● Dec. 31, 2025
In Mianchi County, in the central province of Henan, officials spend more on science and technology than on the police.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 23, 2025
Meanwhile, critics have pointed out that some of China’s most touted sponge cities, like Zhengzhou in Henan province, have still experienced devastating floods.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2025
Katie was the last and eleventh, and Margaret Henan, at thirty-five, ceased from her exertions.
From The Strength of the Strong by London, Jack
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