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Island (noun)

Definition: A piece of land completely surrounded by water.

Example Sentence: The tropical island was inhabited by a variety of exotic birds and plants.

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Island (verb)

Definition: To isolate or detach from the surrounding elements or environment.

Example Sentence: The storm caused the ship to be islanded in the middle of the ocean for days.

Island (adjective)

Definition: Used to describe something that is isolated or detached.

Example Sentence: The house is located in an island community, far away from the city.