Lanzarote
/ˌlænzəˈrɒtɪ/
noun
1.
the most easterly of the Canary Islands; mountainous, with a volcanic landscape; tourism, fishing. Pop: 109 942 (2002 est). Area: 795 sq km (307 sq miles)
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