Falster
[ fahl-ster ]
/ ˈfɑl stər /
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noun
an island in SE Denmark. 198 sq. mi. (513 sq. km).
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How to use Falster in a sentence
Easily crossing a narrow strait about a mile in width, he plunged into the forests of the island of Falster.
The Empire of Austria; Its Rise and Present Power|John S. C. AbbottOn the island of Falster he often visited the proud and domineering ex-queen, Carolina Amalia.
Hymns and Hymnwriters of Denmark|Jens Christian AabergNo, the young woman came from Falster; her voice grew tender as she spoke of her birthplace.
Ditte: Girl Alive!|Martin Andersen NexoHe was born in 1789 in a parsonage on the island of Falster.
Hymns and Hymnwriters of Denmark|Jens Christian Aaberg
British Dictionary definitions for Falster
Falster
/ (ˈfɑːlstə) /
noun
an island in the Baltic Sea, part of SE Denmark. Chief town: Nykøbing. Pop: 43 537 (2003 est). Area: 513 sq km (198 sq miles)
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