Quebec

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • A province in eastern Canada: Quebec is the largest province in Canada by area. It has a distinct cultural identity, with French as its sole official language.
    • The capital city of that province: Quebec (or Quebec City) is the capital of the province of Quebec. It is a historic city located on the Saint Lawrence River.
Usage Examples
  • Province:
    • Montreal is a major city in the province of Quebec.
    • The official language of Quebec is French.
  • City:
    • We visited the old fortified walls in Quebec.
    • Quebec City is known for its historic Château Frontenac hotel.
Advanced Usage
  • "Quebecois": Refers to a resident of Quebec or the variety of French spoken there.
    • He is a proud Quebecois.
    • She studies Quebecois literature.
Variants and Related Words
  • Quebecer (noun): Another term for a native or inhabitant of Quebec.
  • Quebec City (proper noun): The full name often used to specify the capital city and distinguish it from the province.
Synonyms
  • Province: (No direct synonym, but it is a Canadian province).
  • City: Quebec City, the capital.
Notes on Meaning

The word "Quebec" can refer to two distinct but related entities: the political province and its capital city. Context usually makes the meaning clear. Historically, it was a French colony until 1759.

Noun
  1. the largest province of Canada; a French colony from 1663 to 1759 when it was lost to the British
  2. the French-speaking capital of the province of Quebec; situated on the Saint Lawrence River

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