josiah quincy

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Noun josiah quincy has 1 sense

Quincy, Josiah Quincy - American patriot who presented the colonists' grievances to the English king (1744-1775)
--₁ is a kind of American Revolutionary leader

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Josiah Quincy

Description

Josiah Quincy refers to a name associated with various individuals and places, primarily in the context of American history.

Senses and Usages

Noun

Sense 1: Josiah Quincy - An American lawyer, politician, and educator who lived from 1772 to 1864. He served as the mayor of Boston and was renowned for his work in improving the city's educational system.

Example Sentence: Josiah Quincy dedicated his life to the betterment of education in Boston.

Place

Sense 1: Josiah Quincy - A neighborhood located in Boston, Massachusetts, named after Josiah Quincy (1772–1864), the mayor.

Example Sentence: My favorite coffee shop is in Josiah Quincy.

Personal Name

Sense 1: Josiah Quincy - A male given name combining Josiah (meaning "fire of the Lord") and Quincy (a surname of French origin).

Example Sentence: Josiah Quincy is a unique and powerful name.