a city of north central North Carolina
"Greensboro is a major city located in north central North Carolina known for its historic downtown and vibrant arts scene."
A locale in the United States.
"The Greensboro native moved back to her hometown after years of living abroad."
A city, the county seat of Guilford County, North Carolina; named for American Revolutionary War general Nathanael Greene.
"Greensboro serves as the bustling county seat of Guilford County in North Carolina."
The name Greensboro combines the Old English word grēn meaning green with a suffix derived from the Scandinavian borg, which means fortress or town. It was formed to describe a settlement characterized by its green surroundings.