Delmarva
Geography & Places abbreviation · Region
| Stands for | Delaware, Maryland and Virginia (peninsula) |
|---|---|
| Categories | Geography & Places |
Delmarva stands for Delaware, Maryland and Virginia (peninsula), a region abbreviation.
Peninsula between Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic, named from the three states that share it: Delaware, the Eastern Shore of Maryland and the Eastern Shore of Virginia. Poultry farming and beach resorts dominate.
Example: Ocean City and Rehoboth Beach fill up with Delmarva weekenders.
Usage notes
The Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel links the southern tip of Delmarva to Virginia Beach. The peninsula's chicken industry is one of the largest in the US.
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