Humboldt, city, United States

Humboldt hŭmˈbōlt [key], city (2020 pop. 7,874), Gibson co., W central Tenn.; inc. 1865. It is a trade and processing center in a region yielding fruits (especially strawberries) and vegetables. Humboldt also has several granite and marble works and some diverse manufacturing.

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