Island meaning

What does “island” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“island” is a noun with 2 meanings. Its most common meaning is: a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water.

island

noun

  1. a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water

  2. a zone or area resembling an island

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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