Fogo Island
English
[edit]Etymology
[edit]The name of the island derives from Portuguese fogo (“fire”), possibly referring to a forest fire or its aftermath.
The town is named after the island.
Pronunciation
[edit]Proper noun
[edit]- A town in Newfoundland, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
- An island in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
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- en:Towns in Newfoundland and Labrador
- en:Towns in Canada
- en:Places in Newfoundland and Labrador
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- en:Islands