Vallejo

American  

[vuh-ley-oh, -hoh, vah-ye-haw] / vəˈleɪ oʊ, -hoʊ, vɑˈyɛ hɔ /

noun

1. César 1895–1938, Peruvian poet.

2. Mariano Guadalupe 1808–90, military and political leader in California, serving the Mexican government until 1846; elected senator to the first state legislature 1849.

3. a city in western California, on San Pablo Bay, northeast of San Francisco.

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Vallejo British  

/ -ˈleɪhəʊ, baˈʎɛxo, vəˈleɪəʊ /

noun

1. César ( Abraham ) (ˈsesar). 1892–1938, Peruvian poet, living in France and Spain from 1923: noted for his experimental style in such works as Trilce (1922)

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Example Sentences

"It's a topic of concern that we're all aware of because it would make people lose jobs," Vallejo said.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

Vallejo, principal listing agent at Redfin, told the BBC the impact of the war could worsen if higher energy prices spark a wider economic slowdown.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

In the produce aisle, Jose Zamora said he wouldn’t mind a studio—it would spare him a 50-mile round-trip daily commute from Vallejo, where he lives with his parents.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

The arena is a cultural landmark for L.A.’s Mexican community, hosting decades of concerts, rodeos and celebrations — and for the Vallejo family, dancing there is tradition.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

There are several fine old churches in San Luis Potosi, containing some admirable oil paintings by Vallejo, Tresguerras, and others of less fame.

From Aztec Land by Ballou, Maturin Murray