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Auckland
Auckland (pronunciation: /ˈɔːklənd/ AWK-lənd) is the largest city in New Zealand, located in the northern part of the country's North Island.
Etymology
The name "Auckland" comes from the Old Norse "Aukland," meaning "land of the auks." It was named after George Eden, Earl of Auckland, who was British First Lord of the Admiralty in the early 19th century.
Related Terms
- North Island: The northernmost of the two main islands of New Zealand, and the most populous. Auckland is located in the northern part of the North Island.
- New Zealand: A country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, consisting of two main islands, the North Island and the South Island, along with numerous smaller islands. Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand.
- George Eden, Earl of Auckland: A British politician and colonial administrator, after whom the city of Auckland was named.
- Auk: A type of bird found in colder, northern climates. The city of Auckland was named "land of the auks" in Old Norse.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Auckland
- Wikipedia's article - Auckland
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