manicouagan
manicouagan Lexical Profile
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Canadian An annular lake and ancient meteorite impact crater situated in central Quebec, Canada, famous for its distinctive ring shape and frequently referred to as the 'Eye of Quebec'.
"Astronauts aboard the space station often photograph the Manicouagan Reservoir because its massive circular structure is easily visible from orbit."
Canadian A major river in Quebec, Canada, that flows southward into the St. Lawrence estuary and serves as a vital resource for regional hydroelectric power generation.
"A series of massive hydroelectric dams, including the renowned Daniel-Johnson Dam, were constructed along the Manicouagan River in the 1960s."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the Innu (Montagnais) word 'Manikuakanistiku', which translates roughly to 'where there is bark' or 'the drinking cup', originally referring to the region's birch trees used for making canoes.