Staten Island

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/ ˈstæt n /

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noun

an island facing New York Bay.

Formerly Richmond. a borough of New York City including this island. 64½ sq. mi. (167 sq. km).

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A lateen sail was visible in the direction of Cat Island, and others to the south seemed almost motionless in the far distance.
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The Dutch fleet attacked Burnt island, in Scotland, but were repulsed.
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At last the report of several rifles from the island of trees gave us a clue to the mystery.
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British Dictionary definitions for Staten Island

Staten Island

/ (ˈstætən) /

noun

an island in SE New York State, in New York Harbor: a borough of New York city; heavy industry. Pop: 443 728 (2000). Area: 155 sq km (60 sq miles)

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