island
Pronunciation:
/ˈaɪ̯lənd//ˈaɪ̯lənd/noun
Definitions
A contiguous area of land, smaller than a continent, totally surrounded by water.
An entity surrounded by other entities that are very different from itself.
Example: an island of colors on a butterfly's wing
A superstructure on an aircraft carrier's deck.
A traffic island.
Example: the island in the middle of a roundabout
verb
Definitions
To surround with water; make into an island.
To set, dot (as if) with islands.
To isolate.