Beantown

English

Etymology

From bean +‎ town, in reference to Boston baked beans.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈbinˌtaʊn/

Proper noun

Beantown

  1. (US) Nickname for the city of Boston, Massachusetts

Usage notes

Typically not used by the residents of Boston, who may find it annoying.

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