St. Joseph (Noun)
Meaning 1
A town in northwest Missouri on the Missouri River; in the 19th century it became the eastern terminus of the pony express.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The city of St. Joseph, Missouri, is located on the Missouri River and is the county seat of Buchanan County.
- In 1860, St. Joseph was a small town on the western frontier, but it quickly grew into a bustling commercial center.
- The pony express, a mail service that delivered letters and messages between the East and West coasts, had its eastern terminus in St. Joseph.
- During the 19th century, St. Joseph became an important stop for pioneers and travelers heading west, offering supplies, accommodations, and other necessities.
- The historic downtown area of St. Joseph still features many buildings from the 19th century, giving visitors a glimpse into the town's rich history.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
The acetylated derivative of salicylic acid; used as an analgesic anti-inflammatory drug (trade names Bayer, Empirin, and St. Joseph) usually taken in tablet form; used as an antipyretic; slows clotting of the blood by poisoning platelets.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.