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Definition of canada

canada

/ˈkæn.ə.də/
can · a · da
Adjective:Canadian
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canada Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A large country in the northern part of North America, extending from the Atlantic to the Pacific and northward into the Arctic Ocean.

Example

"We are planning a road trip across Canada to experience its vast landscapes and vibrant cities."

• Nearby Words

camshaft
camu-camu
can
canada
canada goose
canadian
canadian lynx

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the St. Lawrence Iroquoian word 'kanata', meaning 'village' or 'settlement'. In 1535, indigenous inhabitants used the word to direct French explorer Jacques Cartier to the village of Stadacona.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Canada. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/canada
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