Fogo Island

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English

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Etymology

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The name of the island derives from Portuguese fogo (fire), possibly referring to a forest fire or its aftermath.

The town is named after the island.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈfoʊ.ɡoʊ ˈaɪ.lənd/
  • Hyphenation: Fo‧go Is‧land
  • Rhymes: -aɪlənd

Proper noun

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Fogo Island

  1. A town in Newfoundland, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
  2. An island in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.