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Cape Ann

Cape Ann

3.0
A piece of land north of Boston in Massachusetts that sticks into the Atlantic Ocean
  • proper noun
  • /keɪp æn/
translation icon : Cabo Ann
  • For centuries, fishermen have made their living along the shores of Cape Ann.

Examples

  • We spent our summer vacation exploring the rugged coastline of Cape Ann.

  • Artists are often drawn to the dramatic light and scenery found on Cape Ann.

  • The fishing communities on Cape Ann have a rich maritime heritage.

  • Cape Ann is beautiful.

  • Visit Cape Ann!

  • The beautiful coastal views of Cape Ann attract tourists from all over the country.

  • Artists flock to Cape Ann to capture its stunning landscapes and vibrant seascapes.

Surface Forms

Cape Ann main

Morphology

cape + Ann

The compound is a place name formed by the geographic noun 'cape' (a promontory) plus a proper name 'Ann', so a learner who knows both constituents will infer it refers to a promontory called Ann. This naming pattern (feature + personal name) is cross-linguistically common, making the meaning immediately recoverable for a B1 learner.

Etymology

Cape Ann gets its name from a story about the English explorer John Smith. He saw land sticking into the sea, a cape, and named it for Queen Anne, so the peninsula still carries the name Cape Ann today.