sebastian cabot
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- Historical figure: Sebastian Cabot was an explorer and cartographer, the son of explorer John Cabot. He led expeditions for both England and Spain, including a search for the Northwest Passage and an exploration of the La Plata River region in South America. He is also noted for publishing a significant map of the world in 1544.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Sebastian Cabot continued his father's work in exploration.
- The expedition led by Sebastian Cabot mapped parts of the South American coast.
Advanced Usage
- Historical reference: The name is used to refer to the era of early transatlantic exploration and cartography.
- The map by Sebastian Cabot provided new geographical knowledge to Europe.
Variants and Related Words
- Cabot: Often used to refer to the Cabot family of explorers, including John and Sebastian.
- Cartographer: A map-maker; a key aspect of Sebastian Cabot's work.
Synonyms
- Explorer
- Navigator
- Cartographer
Related Phrases
- The Cabot expeditions: Refers to the voyages undertaken by the Cabot family.
- Age of Discovery: The historical period in which Sebastian Cabot was active.
Noun
- son of John Cabot who was born in Italy and who led an English expedition in search of the Northwest Passage and a Spanish expedition that explored the La Plata region of Brazil; in 1544 he published a map of the world (1476-1557)