Mackenzie
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- proper noun
- /mækˈɛnzi/
- I fly the Arctic Weather Patrol flights out of Mackenzie Bay.
- Mackenzie River
- Mackenzie Delta
- Mackenzie Valley
Examples
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We invite readers to judge for themselves whether Mackenzie's criticisms are fair and correct.
Blog text (32) -
What with Mr Mackenzie due home on leave any time now.
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Could Dr. MacKenzie please make his way to Theater 7.
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"I have an appointment with Mr. Mackenzie," said the man.
Fiction book (2001) -
If you do manage to get to Colonel Mackenzie, make sure there are witnesses.
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George Mackenzie of the National Archives of Scotland has provided a concise overview and discussion of these.
Academic text (2018) -
Treaty 11 of 1921 was the first step in settling Indian claims in the Mackenzie Valley and southeastern Yukon.
Academic text (1992) -
Nahanni National Park, in the Mackenzie Mountains, includes deep canyons, rapids, waterfalls, and hot springs.
Academic text (1991) -
The Mackenzie River is famous for its stunning scenery and diverse wildlife.
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Daring adventurers often canoe down the Mackenzie, experiencing the breathtaking views.
Synonyms
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A very long river in northwest Canada that flows into the Beaufort Sea
Surface Forms
Etymology
Mackenzie comes from a Scottish family name, Gaelic MacCoinnich, where Mac- means 'son of' and Coinneach means 'handsome' (the same root as the name Kenneth). The river was named for the explorer Alexander Mackenzie, so the name of the river is simply his family name.