Mayenne
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An area in northwestern France known for farms and old towns
- proper noun
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Mayenne
- The Mayenne department is famous for its beautiful countryside and historic towns.
Examples
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CP: After taking off and heading to Laval and the Mayenne area, the peloton will witness, in the heart of the Val de Loire, the castles of Langeais and Villandry.
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Tourists often visit Mayenne to explore its charming villages and rich history.
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These belonged to General Mayenne.
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While traveling through France, I discovered the Mayenne region, known for its stunning rural landscapes.
Surface Forms
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Etymology
Mayenne is the name of a river and the French area around that river. A helpful way to remember it is that the river's name probably comes from an old word meaning 'middle', like median, so Mayenne can be thought of as the land by the 'middle' river.