Proper noun

Singular Massachusetts

Plural -

Massachusetts

  1. A state of the United States of America. Capital: Boston.

Derived terms

  • MA
  • Massachusettsan
  • Massachusettsian

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Mon Feb 8 12:34:09 2010

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts ( /ˌmæsəˈtʃuːsɨts/ (help·info)) is a state in the New England region of the northeastern United States. It is bordered by Rhode Island and Connecticut to the south, New York to the west, and Vermont and New Hampshire to the north; at its east lies the Atlantic Ocean. Most of its population of 6.6 million lives in the Boston metropolitan area. The eastern half of the state is made up of urban, suburban, and rural areas, while Western Massachusetts is mostly rural. Massachusetts is the most populous of the six New England states (which include Maine and Massachusetts' border states except New York). It ranks third among U.S. states in GDP per capita.

Massachusetts has been significant throughout American history. Plymouth was the second permanent English settlement in North America. Many of Massachusetts's towns were founded by colonists from England in the 1620s and 1630s. During the eighteenth century, Boston became known as the "Cradle of Liberty" for the agitation there that led to the American Revolution and the independence of the United States from Great Britain. It was also a center of the temperance movement and abolitionist activity before the American Civil War. In 2004, Massachusetts became the first U.S. state to legally recognize same-sex marriage. The state has contributed many prominent politicians to national service, including the Adams family and the Kennedy family.

Originally dependent on fishing, agriculture, and trade with Europe, Massachusetts was transformed into a manufacturing center during the Industrial Revolution. During the twentieth century, the state's economy shifted from manufacturing to services. Today, the state is a leader in higher education, health care, high technology, and financial services.

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Sun Feb 7 02:31:05 2010

How many gun related deaths occur in Massachusetts every year?
Q. What about in Boston? How many gang members use guns in Boston? How effective is the Massachusetts gun law? Has banning guns really helped stop criminals from using guns?
Asked by cindy_cee13 - Wed Mar 5 19:40:25 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Too many
Answered by 2Cute2B4Got - Wed Mar 5 19:47:50 2008

How can I start a job recruiter business in Massachusetts, USA?
Q. I am interested in starting a job recruiter business that is based in Massachusetts. Are there any special licenses required? Or where can I find out more information about requirements for starting this business?
Asked by j0b - Mon Dec 10 20:57:10 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Go to and in the upper left hand corner, enter your zip code. On the next screen, you will get information on the nearest SCORE chapter. Call them and arrange for a free meeting with a SCORE counselor. SCORE is a nonprofit association dedicated to entrepreneur education and the formation, growth and success of small business nationwide. SCORE is a resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). SCORE has 389 chapters in locations throughout the United States and its territories, with 10,500 volunteers nationwide. Both working and retired executives and business owners donate time and expertise as business counselors.
Answered by Robert E. Lee - Tue Dec 11 07:01:46 2007

How do I obtain a Massachusetts state driver's license after moving from Maine?
Q. I just moved down to Mass about a week ago from Maine and am now living with my uncle. How can I obtain a massachusetts drivers license? Thanks
Asked by Rich C - Fri Jul 4 19:43:19 2008 - - 1 Answers - 1 Comments

A. I'd imagine all you'd have to do is get an updated one from a Masschusetts DMV..
Answered by Terry Brass - Mon Jul 7 09:34:28 2008

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