Newfoundland

/nju:'faundlənd/
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Definition

  1. Proper noun:

    • A large island in the Atlantic Ocean: A major island located off the east coast of Canada, part of the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
    • A historical name for a British colony: Refers to the former Dominion of Newfoundland, which became a province of Canada in 1949.

  2. Noun:

    • A breed of very large working dog: A breed of dog originating from Newfoundland, known for its large size, strength, calm temperament, thick water-resistant coat, and natural swimming and lifesaving abilities.
Usage Examples

  • Proper noun:

    • St. John's is the capital city of Newfoundland.
    • The history of Newfoundland is closely tied to fishing.

  • Noun (dog breed):

    • Their Newfoundland is gentle with children.
    • The fisherman was rescued by a brave Newfoundland.
Advanced Usage

  • "Newfoundland dog": The full, formal name for the dog breed, often used to avoid ambiguity with the island.

    • The Newfoundland dog is renowned for its water rescue instincts.

  • "Newfoundland and Labrador": The official name of the Canadian province, comprising the island of Newfoundland and the mainland region of Labrador.

    • They traveled across Newfoundland and Labrador.
Variants and Related Words

  • Newfoundlander (noun): A person from Newfoundland.

    • The Newfoundlander shared stories of life on the coast.

  • Newfie (noun, informal): A colloquial, sometimes affectionate, term for a person or dog from Newfoundland.

    • He's a proud Newfie.
Synonyms
  • For the dog breed: Newf, Newfoundland dog.
  • For the island: The Rock (informal nickname).
Related Phrases
  • "To have a heart like a Newfoundland": An expression praising someone for being exceptionally kind, patient, and good-natured, like the temperament of the dog.
    • She cares for everyone; she has a heart like a Newfoundland.
Noun
  1. an island in the north Atlantic
  2. a breed of very large heavy dogs with a thick coarse usually black coat; highly intelligent dogs and vigorous swimmers; developed in Newfoundland

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