Susquehanna
English
Etymology
From Lenape Sisa'we'hak'hanna : "Oyster River." Oyster beds were widespread in the bay near the mouth of the river.
Proper noun
Susquehanna
- A major river in the northeastern United States, flowing from the state of New York, through Pennsylvania and Maryland to Chesapeake Bay.
- Synonym of Susquehanna Depot, Pennsylvania.
- Five townships in the United States, four in Pennsylvania and one in South Dakota, listed under Susquehanna Township.
Derived terms
- Susquehanna County
- Susquehanna Depot