a tract of land completely surrounded by water, and not large enough to be called a continent.

something resembling an island, esp. in being isolated or having little or no direct communication with others.

a raised platform with a counter or other work surface on top situated in the middle area of a room, esp. a kitchen, so as to permit access from all sides.

safety island.

a low concrete platform for gasoline pumps at an automotive service station.

a clump of woodland in a prairie.

an isolated hill.

Anatomy . an isolated portion of tissue differing in structure from the surrounding tissue.

Railroads . a platform or building between sets of tracks.

to make into an island.

to dot with islands.

to place on an island; isolate.

noun

archipelago , atoll , bar , cay , enclave , haven , isle , islet , key , peninsula , reef , refuge , retreat , sanctuary , shelter , ait , eyot , holm , insularity , isolate , skerry