Canonicus

[ kuh-non-i-kuhs ]

/ kəˈnɒn ɪ kəs /

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c1565–1647, Narragansett leader: yielded Rhode Island to Roger Williams 1636.

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A closely allied species (S. canonicus) is peculiar to Palestine.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 3|Various
The governor (Bradford) taking the rattle-snake's skin, and filling it with powder and shot, returned it to Canonicus.
Great Events in the History of North and South America|Charles A. Goodrich
During its continuance, Massasoit fled before Canonicus, and sought the protection of the English.
Great Events in the History of North and South America|Charles A. Goodrich
Canonicus was evidently awed by the hostile bearing and threat of the English.
Great Events in the History of North and South America|Charles A. Goodrich

Canonicus was quick-witted enough to take the hint, and thereafter he let the Pilgrims alone.
The Story of American History|Albert F. Blaisdell