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giovanni da verrazzano

 

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Noun giovanni da verrazzano has 1 sense
  1. Verrazano, Giovanni da Verrazano, Verrazzano, Giovanni da Verrazzano - Florentine navigator who explored the eastern coast of North America (circa 1485-1528)
    --1 is a kind of navigator

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Term: Giovanni da Verrazzano


Description: Giovanni da Verrazzano was an Italian explorer and navigator known for his exploration of the North American coast. He was one of the first European explorers to reach present-day New York Harbor and was commissioned by King Francis I of France to explore the eastern coast of North America. Verrazzano's voyages paved the way for future European colonization and his name is associated with various landmarks along the eastern seaboard.


Part of Speech: Proper noun


Senses and Usages:

  1. Sense: Explorer and Navigator

    Sample Sentence: Giovanni da Verrazzano embarked on a perilous expedition to discover new lands and map the North American coast.

    Sample Sentence: Verrazzano's skills as a navigator enabled him to accurately chart unexplored territories.


  2. Sense: Geographical Features

    Sample Sentence: The Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge in New York City connects the boroughs of Brooklyn and Staten Island.

    Sample Sentence: Many tourists flock to the Verrazzano Promenade to enjoy panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline.


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