What is another word for canadian shield?
Pronunciation: [kɐnˈe͡ɪdi͡ən ʃˈiːld] (IPA) 
The Canadian Shield is a massive geological formation that stretches across much of northeastern North America. Some of the most commonly used synonyms for this rocky expanse include the Laurentian Plateau, the Precambrian Shield, and the Grenville Province. Other terms that can be used to describe this rugged, ancient landscape include the Canadian Craton, the Superior Province, and the North American Craton. While these terms all refer to the same basic geographic feature, each one may be preferred in different contexts, depending on the speaker's emphasis and the audience's familiarity with the terrain.
