"Schmucksville" meaning in English

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Proper name

Etymology: From schmucks + -ville. Etymology templates: {{suf|en|schmucks|ville}} schmucks + -ville Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Schmucksville
  1. (US, informal, derogatory) A dull and insignificant town. Tags: US, derogatory, informal Categories (topical): Derogatory names for places, Fictional locations
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