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Definition of neuse

neuse

/nuːs/
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neuse Lexical Profile

• noun

1

American A major river in North Carolina, United States, flowing generally eastward from the Piedmont region into the Pamlico Sound.

Example

"The Neuse is the longest river contained entirely within the state of North Carolina."

• Rhymes for neuse

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Neusiok, an indigenous Native American tribe who historically inhabited the coastal areas of North Carolina along the river's banks.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Neuse. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/neuse
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