"Pictou" meaning in All languages combined

See Pictou on Wiktionary

Proper name [English]

IPA: /ˈpɪk.təʊ/
Rhymes: -ɪktəʊ Etymology: The name of the town is derived from Mi'kmaq piktook (“explosion, fire”). The toponym refers to highly explosive methane from coal seams located under the town's harbour. Etymology templates: {{der|en|mic|piktook|t=explosion, fire}} Mi'kmaq piktook (“explosion, fire”) Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Pictou
  1. A town in Nova Scotia, Canada. Categories (place): Places in Canada, Places in Nova Scotia, Towns in Canada, Towns in Nova Scotia Derived forms: Pictou County, Pictou disease
    Sense id: en-Pictou-en-name-CA8rWL2X Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
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