St. Pierre and Miquelon

[ mik-uh-lon; French meek-lawn ]

/ ˌmɪk əˈlɒn; French mikˈlɔ̃ /

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noun (used with a singular or plural verb)

two small groups of islands off the S coast of Newfoundland: an overseas territory of France; important base for fishing. 3 sq. mi. (240 sq. km). Capital: St. Pierre.

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