Etymology

Fogo Island

Fo·go Is·land

Today it means: A town in Newfoundland, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. Full definition →

Portuguese fogo
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  1. Portuguese · derived fromfogo“fire”
  2. English todayFogo Island

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.

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