coral island — a tropical island formed by coral reefs, typically ring-shaped with a lagoon in the center
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a tropical island formed by coral reefs, typically ring-shaped with a lagoon in the center
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɔːrəl ˈaɪlənd/
Example Sentences
- The honeymooners got lost trying to find their coral island resort and ended up on a deserted island with only coconuts and WiFi.
- Climate change poses a serious threat to coral islands worldwide.
- She dreamed of owning a private coral island where she could hide from her mother-in-law's cooking.
coral island
NOUN[/ˈkɔːrəl ˈaɪlənd/]
a tropical island formed by coral reefs, typically ring-shaped with a lagoon in the center
a tropical island formed by coral reefs, typically ring-shaped with a lagoon in the center
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Coral derives from Greek korallion, meaning 'sea jewel', referring to the precious marine organism. Island comes from Old English igland, literally 'water-surrounded land', combining elements denoting water and land. Together, coral island describes an island formed by coral formations.
Breakdown
coral (Greek korallion, 'sea jewel') + island (Old English ig-, 'water' + -land, 'land'). The compound describes landmasses created primarily by coral growth in tropical seas.
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📝Examples
“The honeymooners got lost trying to find their coral island resort and ended up on a deserted island with only coconuts and WiFi.”
“Climate change poses a serious threat to coral islands worldwide.”
“She dreamed of owning a private coral island where she could hide from her mother-in-law's cooking.”
“The coral island's lagoon provides a safe harbor for small boats.”
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