islander

American  

[ahy-luhn-der] / ˈaɪ lən dər /

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of an island.

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islander British  

/ ˈaɪləndə /

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of an island

2. (capital) a native or inhabitant of the Pacific Islands

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Etymology

Origin of islander

First recorded in 1540–50; island + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Salmon put the change down to islanders finding the cost of living, particularly rents, high.

From BBC

This unshakable belief in his own self-sovereignty offers a welcome contrast to the islanders’ inherent fear of change.

From Los Angeles Times

She added the panel was satisfied that concerns around privacy had been addressed and an opt-out would be provided for islanders who do not wish to have their information shared with UK credit agencies.

From BBC

The 32-year-old from the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides said his "number one rule" to avoid giving away the outcome of the show was not telling any of his fellow islanders.

From BBC

A trust fund to help islanders displaced because of the U.S. nuclear tests was drained by local leaders, prompting questions from U.S. lawmakers.

From The Wall Street Journal