Ezo
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An old name for Hokkaido, the northern island of Japan
- proper noun
- Archaic
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Ezo
- The indigenous people of Ezo have a rich cultural heritage.
Examples
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Historically, Ezo was known for its abundant natural resources.
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Andrew in Ezo
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In the 17th century, explorers referred to the island of Hokkaido as Ezo.
Synonyms
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Old name for Hokkaido, the large island north of Honshu
emphasizes being the northernmost of the main islands rather than size
Compounds
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A small bush with bright rose-purple flowers planted to stop soil erosion and feed birds
Surface Forms
Ezo main
Etymology
Ezo was the old Japanese name for the lands of the Ainu people in the far north of Japan. That's why it is the former name for the island we now call Hokkaido.