maringouin
Americannoun
plural
maringouinsEtymology
Origin of maringouin
First recorded in 1800–05; from Louisiana French, French; earlier marigoin, marigon, from Tupi marui(m), mbarigui
Example Sentences
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He had a wife, six children and his own plot of land in a community near a winding stream known as the Bayou Maringouin.
From New York Times
Star Communications of Maringouin will receive a $7.7 million federal grant and matching loan to do the work, which is expected to take about five years to complete.
From Washington Times
He previously worked for Baton Rouge, White Castle and Maringouin law enforcement agencies.
From Washington Times
Fees would go toward projects in underprivileged communities where some descendants live, including Maringouin, Louisiana.
From Washington Times
Fees would go toward projects in underprivileged communities where some descendants live, including Maringouin, Louisiana.
From Seattle Times
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