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Vizcaíno

[ viz-kah-ee-noh ]

/ ˌvɪz kɑˈi noʊ /

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Se·bas·tián

[Spanish se-vahs-tyahn], /Spanish ˌsɛ vɑsˈtyɑn/, 1550?–1628?, Spanish explorer in the Americas.

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Words nearby Vizcaíno

Viyella, viz., Vizagapatam, vizard, vizcacha, Vizcaíno, vizier, vizierate, vizor, vizsla, VJ

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How to use Vizcaíno in a sentence

Believing that Vizcaino had made an error in his chart, they pushed on further north.
The Old Franciscan Missions Of California|George Wharton James
He directed that to Vizcaino should be given the command of the expedition.
The March of Portol|Zoeth S. Eldredge and E. J. Molera
The Cross which Vizcaino had planted in 1602 was found decked with skins and shells.
Chimes of Mission Bells|Maria Antonia Field
Under this order, Vizcaino applied to Viceroy Velasco, and received his permission to make the journey.
The March of Portol|Zoeth S. Eldredge and E. J. Molera

The results of the expedition did not add to Vizcaino's reputation, but he made a most glowing report of his discoveries.
The March of Portol|Zoeth S. Eldredge and E. J. Molera