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Uncommon
Ipswich
IHPS-wihch
Ipswich (name) means a port town and county town of Suffolk, England, also the name of a city in Queensland, Australia. Example: “They grew up in Ipswich before moving to London.”
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A port town and county town of Suffolk, England, also the name of a city in Queensland, Australia.
"They grew up in Ipswich before moving to London."
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Etymology
From the Old English personal name Gip, genitive case Gipes + Old English wīċ (“port, bay”).
Frequently asked questions
What does “Ipswich” mean?
The word “Ipswich” means a port town and county town of Suffolk, England, also the name of a city in Queensland, Australia.
How do you pronounce “Ipswich”?
“Ipswich” is pronounced IHPS-wihch (/ˈɪpswɪt͡ʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Ipswich” in a sentence?
Here is “Ipswich” used in a sentence: “They grew up in Ipswich before moving to London.”
What part of speech is “Ipswich”?
“Ipswich” is a name.
Is “Ipswich” a common word?
“Ipswich” is an uncommon word in modern English.
