Raleigh

American  

[raw-lee, rah-] / ˈrɔ li, ˈrɑ- /

noun

1. Sir Walter. Also Ralegh. 1552?–1618, English explorer and writer, a favorite of Elizabeth I.

2. a city in and the capital of North Carolina, in the central part.

3. a male given name.

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Raleigh ¹ British  

/ ˈrɔːlɪ, ˈrɑː- /

noun

1. a city in E central North Carolina, capital of the state. Pop: 316 802 (2003 est)

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Raleigh ² British  

/ ˈrɔːlɪ, ˈrɑː- /

noun

1. Sir Walter . ?1552–1618, English courtier, explorer, and writer; favourite of Elizabeth I. After unsuccessful attempts to colonize Virginia (1584–89), he led two expeditions to the Orinoco to search for gold (1595; 1616). He introduced tobacco and potatoes into England, and was imprisoned (1603–16) for conspiracy under James I. He was beheaded in 1618

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Example Sentences

“While there is still uncertainty and saber rattling over the Iran conflict, markets are forward looking and currently looking forward,” said Rick Gardner, chief investment officer at RGA Investments in Raleigh.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

Speaking from his office on the Raleigh Studios lot in Hollywood, Lee discussed the season’s Montecito setting, the financial anxiety that drives the story and the four-legged breakout star of the show.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Raleigh put $300 million toward the arena while Dundon committed to investing $800 million over 20 years toward developing an entertainment district in the surrounding area.

From Salon • Mar. 30, 2026

Among those growing at four times the national rate or more: Austin, Texas; Raleigh, N.C.;

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

“Stella girl! Praise the Lord! Mrs. Odom here heard about the snakebite, got in her car, and drove all the way to Raleigh to get Dr. Hawkins from his medical conference!”

From "Stella by Starlight" by Sharon M. Draper