Ashland

/ˈæʃlənd/ noun

Definition

a place name, typically referring to various cities and towns

Etymology

From 'ash' (the tree) + 'land.' Many places named Ashland were originally areas with abundant ash trees

Kelly Says

There are dozens of Ashlands across America, mostly named after the ash trees that once dominated their landscapes! It's one of the most popular place names in the US.

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