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Fogo

Fogo

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An active volcano that is the highest point on Fogo island in Cape Verde
  • proper noun
: Fogo
  • A huge chunk of the eastern flank of the Fogo volcano fell off at once, striking the surface of the sea.
  • Fogo de Chao

Examples

  • We plan to explore the Fogo volcano during our trip to Cape Verde next summer.

  • We started calling that Fogo, Fogo, Fogo, right?

  • We're going out to Fogo tonight for dinner, the four of us.

  • Fogo de Chao opened in Copley Square earlier this month.

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  • Three scholars of Angola mention groups like the band Ngola Ritmos and the politico-cultural club Bota Fogo in passing.

    Academic text (2004)

  • The Fogo volcano in Cape Verde is known for its stunning landscapes and hiking trails.

  • Many tourists visit Fogo to see the highest point on the island and enjoy its natural beauty.

Surface Forms

Fogo main

Etymology

Fogo comes from the Portuguese word fogo, which means 'fire', because the island has a large active volcano whose lava looks like flowing fire. So remembering fogo as 'fire' helps you link the name to the hot, volcanic peak.