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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