Yukon
What is another word for Yukon? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A territory in northern Canada, capital Whitehorse, or the major river of the same name running through it and Alaska.
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Etymology
From the Gwich'in language, a shortening of a phrase meaning "white water river."
Full origin of Yukon →Frequently asked questions
What does “Yukon” mean?
The word “Yukon” means a territory in northern Canada, capital Whitehorse, or the major river of the same name running through it and Alaska.
How do you pronounce “Yukon”?
“Yukon” is pronounced YOO-kon (/ˈjuː.kɑn/ in IPA).
How do you use “Yukon” in a sentence?
Here is “Yukon” used in a sentence: “They drove the Alaska Highway all the way up to the Yukon.”
What part of speech is “Yukon”?
“Yukon” is a noun.
Is “Yukon” a common word?
“Yukon” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Yukon” have?
“Yukon” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a territory in northern Canada, capital Whitehorse, or the major river of the same name running through it and Alaska.
