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Bury St Edmunds is named after Saint Edmund, the king of East Anglia who was martyred in the 9th century. The term "Bury" derives from the Old English word "byrig," meaning a fortified town or settlement. The town developed around the site of Edmund's burial, where a significant abbey was established in his honor, leading to its association with the saint's name. Over time, the full name evolved to Bury St Edmunds to distinguish it from other places named Bury.

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