islander

noun

is·​land·​er ˈī-lən-dər How to pronounce islander (audio)
: a native or inhabitant of an island

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Twelve former islanders are returning to the villa to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Love Island. Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025 If the islanders had signed contracts in good faith and received the necessary provisions, restraints wouldn’t have been necessary to keep them from jumping ship. Shoshi Parks, Smithsonian Magazine, 5 Dec. 2024 Although many things were left unsaid, there were key moments that the islanders did highlight. Giana Levy, refinery29.com, 21 Aug. 2024 Augustine’s administration has implemented an ambitious plan to foster smart and sustainable socioeconomic development that reflects the islanders’ spirit. Tobago House Of Assembly, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for islander 

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1550, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of islander was circa 1550

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“Islander.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/islander. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.

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islander

noun
is·​land·​er ˈī-lən-dər How to pronounce islander (audio)
: a person born or living on an island

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