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Definition of weyburn
weyburn
/ˈweɪbərn/
wey · burn
weyburn Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
8
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
Canadian A city in southeastern Saskatchewan, Canada, situated on the Souris River and recognized historically as a major inland grain market and regional hub for agriculture and oil production.
Example
"Researchers studied the geological formations near Weyburn to understand the province's early oil extraction history."
Word Origin & Etymology
Named in the late 19th century by Sir William Whyte, reputedly derived from a Scottish explorer's description of the local Souris River as a 'wee burn' (meaning small creek).
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Weyburn. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/weyburn