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Trenton

tren·ton

UK/ˈtɹɛn.tən/ US/ˈtrɛntʌn/ uncommon us

noun

1.

capital of the state of New Jersey; located in western New Jersey on the Delaware river

Origin

Originally named "Trent's town" in the 17th century, after a Quaker, William Trent. The town in Nova Scotia is named after the capital of New Jersey.

Phrases

  • West Trenton

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