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susitna

/suːˈsɪt.nə/
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susitna Lexical Profile

• noun

1

American A major river in southcentral Alaska, United States, originating at the Susitna Glacier and flowing approximately 313 miles south into the Cook Inlet.


2

American A sprawling valley and geographic region in southcentral Alaska, typically referred to in conjunction with the Matanuska Valley as the Mat-Su Borough, known for its vast wilderness and agriculture.

Example

"Many residents who enjoy rural living have settled in the Susitna region while continuing to commute to the city."


3

American A prominent 4,396-foot mountain located in southcentral Alaska across the Cook Inlet from Anchorage, officially named Mount Susitna but commonly known by locals as the Sleeping Lady.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Dena'ina (Athabaskan) word 'Susitnu', translating to 'sandy river' or 'sand river'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020

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