vancouver

• Nom propre désignant une grande ville portuaire du sud-ouest de la Colombie-Britannique, au Canada, connue comme le principal port canadien sur le Pacifique et la troisième ville du pays par sa population.

A proper noun referring to a major port city in southwestern British Columbia, Canada, known as the country's chief Pacific port and third largest city.

indénombrable · nom propre

1. ExplorerB2formal

   George Vancouver, an English navigator who explored the Pacific coast of North America in the late 18th century.

   George Vancouver

   • Captain George Vancouver charted the coast of present-day British Columbia.
   • Vancouver's expedition mapped the Puget Sound region.
   • The city of Vancouver is named after the explorer George Vancouver.

2. City in CanadaA2formal

   A major port city in southwestern British Columbia, Canada, known for its natural beauty and cultural diversity.

   Vancouver

   • Vancouver is one of the most livable cities in the world.
   • The 2010 Winter Olympics were held in Vancouver.
   • Many tourists visit Vancouver for its mountains and ocean views.

3. Town in WashingtonB1formalamerican

   A town in southwestern Washington state, USA, located on the Columbia River across from Portland, Oregon.

   Vancouver (Washington)

   • Vancouver, Washington is a suburb of Portland.
   • The city of Vancouver, Washington was founded in 1825.
   • Fort Vancouver was a key trading post in the Pacific Northwest.