Definition

Proper noun The collective name for the Canadian provinces of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island. This term refers to a specific geographical and cultural region in eastern Canada.

Usage

The term "Canadian Maritime Provinces" is used to collectively refer to the three provinces located on the Atlantic coast of Canada. It is a formal and geographical designation. * The Canadian Maritime Provinces have a rich history of fishing and shipbuilding. * Tourism is a major industry in the Canadian Maritime Provinces.

Advanced Usage

• The term is often shortened informally to "the Maritimes" or "the Maritime Provinces."
• When Newfoundland and Labrador is included, the region is referred to as "Atlantic Canada."

Variants and Related Words

• The Maritimes (n): The common informal name for the Canadian Maritime Provinces.
• Maritime (adj): Pertaining to the sea or navigation. When capitalized ("Maritime"), it often refers specifically to this region (e.g., Maritime culture).
• Atlantic Canada (n): The region comprising the Canadian Maritime Provinces plus Newfoundland and Labrador.

Synonyms

• The Maritimes
• The Maritime Provinces

Notes on Meaning

• It is important to note that "Canadian Maritime Provinces" refers specifically to three provinces: New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island. It does not include Newfoundland and Labrador, which is a separate province in Atlantic Canada.

Noun

1. the collective name for the Canadian provinces of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island