Fogo Island

English

Etymology

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

Proper noun

Fogo Island

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