A city on the Atlantic shore in southeastern New Jersey; a resort and gambling center; ; zip code 08401.
Seaside resort in New Jersey; Formerly a family resort, Atlantic City has become a center for casino gambling, which was legalized 1978.
It is noted for its “boardwalk” and for being the basis of the Monopoly board game; the Miss America contest has been held here since 1921. It is also a convention center.