Cavite
English
Etymology
From a Spanish rendition of Tagalog Kawit, from kawit (“hook”), in reference to the hooked-shape peninsula where present-day Cavite City stands.
Proper noun
Cavite (uncountable)
Location of Cavite
- A province of the Philippines. Capital: Trece Martires (de facto); Imus (de jure).
Related terms
- Cavite City
- Caviteño
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