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Poughkeepsie

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Name — A city in New York State, the county seat of Dutchess County.

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Etymology

From a Wappinger (Munsee) phrase roughly meaning 'the reed-covered lodge by the little-water place.'

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Poughkeepsie” mean?

The word “Poughkeepsie” means a city in New York State, the county seat of Dutchess County. In plain terms, a city in New York, named from a Native American place-name.

How do you pronounce “Poughkeepsie”?

“Poughkeepsie” is pronounced puh-KIHP-see (/pəˈkɪpsi/ in IPA).

How do you use “Poughkeepsie” in a sentence?

Here is “Poughkeepsie” used in a sentence: “Vassar College is located in Poughkeepsie, New York.”

What part of speech is “Poughkeepsie”?

“Poughkeepsie” is a name.

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