"Forteau" meaning in English

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Proper name

IPA: /ˈfɔɹ.toʊ/
Rhymes: -ɔː(ɹ)təʊ Etymology: Derived from French Forteau, derived in turn from a compound of fort (“strong”) and eau (“water”). The toponym refers to the powerful, unpredictable tides found near the village. Etymology templates: {{der|en|fr|Forteau}} French Forteau Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Forteau
  1. A town in Labrador, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. Categories (place): Places in Canada, Places in Newfoundland and Labrador, Towns in Canada, Towns in Newfoundland and Labrador
    Sense id: en-Forteau-en-name-OSpiOxfj Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
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