Smithsonian

Meanings

Adjective

Of or pertaining to James Smithson (c.1765–1829), British mineralogist and chemist whose bequest was used to set up the Smithsonian Institution in the United States.

Proper Noun

The Smithsonian Institution, a group of museums and research centers established in 1846 and administered by the United States government.

Origin

Smithson + -ian

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