islander

noun

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

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Don’t come expecting to blow a wad of cash on Peaks (there’s very little that costs much, anyway) and most of the stuff that the islanders are so proud of—the quiet beaches, the views, and the breezy walks—is free. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026 When the islanders first got their phones back while in Fiji, Melanie had a video call with her sister in an unseen clip. — Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 1 Sep. 2026 Fans of the reality dating series have waited weeks for their favorite islanders to show up on television again after season 8 wrapped on July 12. — Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 31 Aug. 2026 The islanders will address the major drama that happened in the Fijian villa amid their quest to make a love connection. — Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for islander

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First Known Use

circa 1550, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of islander was circa 1550

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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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