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Definition of gascoyne

gascoyne

/ˈɡæs.kɔɪn/
Gas · coyne
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gascoyne Lexical Profile

• noun

1

Australian An administrative region in the north-west of Western Australia, characterized by its extensive coastline on the Indian Ocean, rugged inland ranges, and sparse population.

Example

"Tourism, pastoralism, and mining are significant contributors to the economy of the Gascoyne."

2

Australian The longest river in Western Australia, which flows westwards and discharges into the Indian Ocean at the coastal town of Carnarvon.

• Nearby Words

gas
gas plant
gasbag
gascoyne
gaseous
gasfield
gasfitter

Word Origin & Etymology

Named in 1839 by the British explorer Lieutenant George Grey, who named the river in Western Australia after his friend, Captain J. Gascoyne of the Royal Navy. The surrounding region later took its name from the river.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Gascoyne. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/gascoyne
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