fernao magalhaes
Definition
- Proper noun:
- Portuguese explorer in Spanish service: Fernão Magalhães (anglicized as Ferdinand Magellan) was a Portuguese navigator who sailed under the Spanish crown. He is historically significant for organizing and commanding the first maritime expedition to circumnavigate the globe, although he did not complete the entire journey himself.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The expedition led by Fernão Magalhaes proved the Earth was round.
- Many learned about Fernão Magalhaes in history class.
Advanced Usage
- Historical reference: The name is used to denote the pioneering spirit of the Age of Discovery.
- The voyage of Fernão Magalhaes opened new trade routes.
Variants and Related Words
- Ferdinand Magellan: The common English adaptation of his name.
- Magellanic: (Adjective) Pertaining to Fernão Magalhães or his voyage, as in (galaxies named after him).
Synonyms
- Navigator
- Explorer
- Circumnavigator (specifically for his expedition's achievement)
Related Phrases
- Strait of Magellan: The sea route at the southern tip of South America discovered by his expedition.
- Magellan's voyage: Refers specifically to the historic circumnavigation attempt he commanded.
Noun
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Portuguese navigator in the service of Spain; he commanded an expedition that was the first to circumnavigate the world (1480-1521)
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