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Definition of androscoggin

androscoggin

/ˌæn.drəˈskɑː.ɡɪn/
an · dro · scog · gin
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androscoggin Lexical Profile

• noun

1

American A county located in the southwestern part of the U.S. state of Maine, known for its industrial history and natural landscapes.

Example

"Lewiston is the largest city in Androscoggin County and serves as a vital economic hub for the area."

2

American A major river in the New England region of the United States, flowing from northern New Hampshire through western and southern Maine into the Kennebec River estuary.

3

American A Native American people of the Abenaki confederacy who historically inhabited the watershed of the Androscoggin River in Maine and New Hampshire.

Example

"Historical artifacts found in the region provide insight into the seasonal migration patterns of the Androscoggin people."

• Rhymes for androscoggin

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Eastern Abenaki language, likely meaning 'river of cliff rock shelters' or referring to a fishing place for alewives.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Androscoggin. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/androscoggin
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