Which famous American lexicographer was a resident of New Haven?
Noah Webster
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Noah Webster, a famous American lexicographer, was a resident of New Haven. He is best known for creating the first comprehensive American dictionary, "An American Dictionary of the English Language," which was published in 1828.
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