Erie Canal

ریشه

Named after Lake Erie, the canal's western terminus. 'Erie' is derived from the Iroquoian word 'Erielhonan' meaning 'long tail'. 'Canal' is from Latin 'canalis' meaning 'channel, groove, conduit'.

مثال

• The Erie Canal played a pivotal role in westward expansion.
• Many towns in New York grew along the Erie Canal.
• The Erie Canal was a major transportation route in the 19th century.

ترکیب‌های رایج

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