Canso
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- proper noun
- Canso is a charming fishing town in northeastern Canso that attracts many visitors.
- Canso Causeway
- Cape Canso
Examples
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Situated in Nova Scotia, Canso is known for its picturesque harbor and rich maritime history.
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Crossing the Canso Causeway is like entering a new world.
Academic text (1999) -
Then hit the highway to the Canso Causeway and Cape Breton Island.
Academic text (1999) -
All destroyer flotillas and anti-submarine units at Sydney and Canso, operate Plan Z.
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On Canso Causeway (the world's deepest), strong crosswinds welcomed me to Cape Breton.
Blog text (26) -
Towns like Canso, Nova Scotia, one of several towns that have been devastated by the downturn in the industry, have been trying for the past 10 years to attract new development to no avail.
Academic text (1990) -
Many tourists stop by Canso to enjoy its beautiful coastal views and fresh seafood.
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word Canso likely comes from a word in the local Mi'kmaq language meaning 'harbour' or 'place where waters meet'. A helpful way to remember Canso is to think of a small fishing town where boats gather at the harbour, which fits its life as a fishing place.