Canonicus
[ kuh-non-i-kuhs ]
noun
c1565–1647, Narragansett leader: yielded Rhode Island to Roger Williams 1636.
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A closely allied species (S. Canonicus) is peculiar to Palestine.
The governor (Bradford) taking the rattle-snake's skin, and filling it with powder and shot, returned it to Canonicus.
Great Events in the History of North and South America | Charles A. GoodrichDuring its continuance, Massasoit fled before Canonicus, and sought the protection of the English.
Great Events in the History of North and South America | Charles A. GoodrichCanonicus was evidently awed by the hostile bearing and threat of the English.
Great Events in the History of North and South America | Charles A. GoodrichCanonicus was quick-witted enough to take the hint, and thereafter he let the Pilgrims alone.
The Story of American History | Albert F. Blaisdell
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