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Definition of Canadian beaver in English: Canadian beavernoun A type of beaver native to North America and introduced in some areas of South America and Europe, Castor canadensis (family Castoridae), frequently used as a national emblem or personification of Canada; (also) the typically dark brown pelt or fur of such an animal, especially as used to make coats, hats, etc.
Origin Late 18th century; earliest use found in The Caledonian Mercury. Definition of Canadian beaver in US English: Canadian beavernoun A type of beaver native to North America and introduced in some areas of South America and Europe, Castor canadensis (family Castoridae), frequently used as a national emblem or personification of Canada; (also) the typically dark brown pelt or fur of such an animal, especially as used to make coats, hats, etc.
Origin Late 18th century; earliest use found in The Caledonian Mercury. |