Magellan
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Name — Ferdinand Magellan, the Portuguese explorer whose expedition made the first circumnavigation of the globe.
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Etymology
From New Latin Magellanus, a Latinized form of Portuguese Magalhães.
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What does “Magellan” mean?
The word “Magellan” means ferdinand Magellan, the Portuguese explorer whose expedition made the first circumnavigation of the globe.
How do you pronounce “Magellan”?
“Magellan” is pronounced muh-GEH-luhn (/məˈɡɛlən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Magellan” in a sentence?
Here is “Magellan” used in a sentence: “Magellan set sail in 1519 seeking a western route to the Spice Islands.”
What part of speech is “Magellan”?
“Magellan” is a name.
Where does the word “Magellan” come from?
The word “Magellan” comes from New Latin. From New Latin Magellanus, a Latinized form of Portuguese Magalhães.