islander
Americannoun
noun
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a native or inhabitant of an island
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(capital) a native or inhabitant of the Pacific Islands
Etymology
Origin of islander
Example Sentences
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Warning for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers: this article contains references to someone who has died.
From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026
Among racial and ethnic groups, 62% of Latino voters, 46% of Black voters and 43% of Asian or Pacific Islander voters said they are somewhat or very concerned.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026
She beat Love Islander Amber Davies and social media star George Clarke after winning the public vote in Saturday's live final on BBC One.
From BBC • Dec. 20, 2025
“My bank account is certainly not where it once was,” the Long Islander said she told family members in October.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 1, 2025
And a half mile to the south and west of the Islander Carl Heine stood in his cabin door and listened uncertainly to the same whistle blasts now penetrating through the fog.
From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson
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