English Explanatory Dictionary

Starostin Cape

English dictionary entry

Meanings

name
  1. A cape in Svalbard, Norway, known for its geological and palaeontological value. Today better known as Kapp Linné.

Word forms

Starostin Cape Cape Staratchin Cap Staratschin Cap Starastschin

Etymology

Named after the local Pomor businessman Ivan Starostin (born before 1780 - died 1826 or 1829) (also known as Ermil in some sources, probably confused with some other person with the same surname, but having first name Ермил (Jermil)).

Synonyms

Kapp Linné
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