Etymology

North West River

North West Riv·er

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

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The story

The settlement is named for its location near Little Lake, which appears to be a north-western river when viewed from Lake Melville.

First known use, by meaning

  • From 1840 A town in Labrador, Newfoundland and Labrador.

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