Definition

Proper noun: * A geographical cape: Passero Cape is the name of a specific headland or promontory located at the southeasternmost point of the island of Sicily, Italy. It is a significant geographical feature marking a corner of the island.

Usage

• Passero Cape is used as a proper noun to identify this specific location. It is typically found in geographical, historical, or navigational contexts.
• Example: "The naval battle took place near Passero Cape."
• Example: "Sailing south of Passero Cape, one enters the Ionian Sea."

Advanced Usage

• The cape is historically significant for maritime activities and naval battles, such as the Battle of Cape Passero in 1718.
• It serves as an important navigational marker for ships traveling through the Mediterranean Sea.

Variants and Related Words

• Cape Passero: An alternative naming order, equally common in English usage.
• Capo Passero (Italian): The original Italian name for the location.
• Headland, promontory: General terms for a point of land extending into a body of water.

Synonyms

• Cape Passero
• Capo Passero (Italian equivalent)

Notes

• As a proper noun referring to a single, specific place, it does not have phrasal verbs or idioms associated with it.

Noun

1. a cape that forms the southeastern corner of the island of Sicily