laurentian

/lɔːrˈɛntiən/

Definitions

1. noun

relating to or characteristic of the Laurentia region in eastern North America, or a person from that region

“The geologist studied the Laurentian shield in the Canadian wilderness.”

2. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the Laurentia region in eastern North America, or a person from that region

“The Laurentian people have a unique cultural heritage.”

Synonyms

  • Canadian
  • Quebecois

Antonyms

  • foreign
  • non-Canadian