a large commercial and industrial city in northeastern Texas located in the heart of the northern Texas oil fields
"As the largest commercial and industrial hub in northeastern Texas, Dallas sits at the center of the region's vast northern oil fields."
A placename
"The storm damaged several buildings in Dallas, Texas."
A large city, the county seat of Dallas County, in northeastern Texas, United States.
"After visiting the historic downtown district, I took a train to explore other neighborhoods within the large city of Dallas."
The Texas city of Dallas was named after Vice President George M. Dallas, whose family name evolved in the 13th century from a term meaning "dweller at the house in the dale." This surname likely combines elements related to a meadow or low-lying ground with words for an abode or dwelling place.