# Abitibi

/ˌæbɪˈtibi/ (US) · CEFR C2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/abitibi
Updated: 2026-08-15

## Definition

a large river in Canada that flows through the provinces of Ontario and Quebec. It is also the name of a large lake where the river meets the river.

For teachers: a major river in eastern Canada, flowing through Ontario and Quebec, and the large lake formed by its confluence with the Moose River.

## Examples

- The Abitibi River flows through northern Ontario.
- The Abitibi is a significant waterway for the logging industry in the region.
- Geologists study the Abitibi region for its rich mineral deposits, which have supported the local economy for over a century.

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