"Antigonish" meaning in English

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Proper name

IPA: /ˌæn.tɪ.ɡəˈnɪʃ/
Rhymes: -ɪʃ Etymology: Derived from the Mi'kmaq toponym N'alegihooneech, which translates to "place where branches are torn off". The toponym is thought to refer to a location where bears came to eat beechnuts or hazelnuts. Etymology templates: {{der|en|mic|-}} Mi'kmaq, {{m|mic|N'alegihooneech}} N'alegihooneech Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Antigonish
  1. A town in Nova Scotia, Canada, known for the St. Francis Xavier University and the largest Highland Games outside of Scotland. Categories (place): Places in Canada, Places in Nova Scotia, Towns in Canada, Towns in Nova Scotia Derived forms: Antigonish County
    Sense id: en-Antigonish-en-name-4trbIqvu Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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