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Noun townsend has 1 sense
  1. Townsend, Francis Everett Townsend - United States social reformer who proposed an old-age pension sponsored by the federal government; his plan was a precursor to Social Security (1867-1960)
    --1 is a kind of reformer, reformist, crusader, meliorist

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Townsend

Noun: A small town or village, often with a distinct character or charm.

Example sentence: The quaint town of Townsend is nestled in the foothills of the mountains.

Noun: A surname of English origin.

Example sentence: John Townsend is the author of several best-selling books.

Adjective: Relating to or characteristic of a specific town or village.

Example sentence: The local residents gathered for a townsend celebration.

Adjective: Well-known or frequently visited by the general public.

Example sentence: The town's annual fair is a townsend event that attracts tourists from all over the country.

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