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saint joseph

Saint Joseph is a historic town on the Missouri River.

Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • A city in the United States: Saint Joseph is a city located in northwestern Missouri, USA, situated on the Missouri River. It is historically significant as the eastern terminus of the Pony Express in the 19th century.
    • A Christian holy day: Saint Joseph can refer to a feast day in the Christian liturgical calendar dedicated to Joseph, the husband of Mary, mother of Jesus.
Usage Examples

  • Proper noun (City):

    • We visited the Pony Express Museum in Saint Joseph, Missouri.
    • Saint Joseph was a crucial hub for westward expansion.

  • Proper noun (Feast day):

    • The parish will have a special mass on Saint Joseph.
    • Saint Joseph's Day is celebrated on March 19th.
Advanced Usage
  • "St. Joseph": This is the common abbreviated form for both the city and the feast day.
    • St. Joseph, Missouri, has a rich history.
    • We observe St. Joseph's Day with a traditional meal.
Variants and Related Words
  • St. Joe: (Informal) A common local nickname for the city of Saint Joseph, Missouri.
    • He's from St. Joe.
Synonyms
  • Joseph: The name from which "Saint Joseph" is derived; can refer to the biblical figure.
  • Feast of Saint Joseph: A more formal name for the holy day.
saint joseph

Saint Joseph is a historic town on the Missouri River.

Noun
  1. a town in northwest Missouri on the Missouri River; in the 19th century it became the eastern terminus of the pony express
  2. a Christian holy day

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