isles
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B1
/aɪlz/
(isle)
small island
Etymology
Etymology Information
'isle' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'isle', where 'isle' meant 'island'.
Historical Evolution
'isle' changed from the Old French word 'isle' and eventually became the modern English word 'isle'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'island', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'isle', meaning small islands.
The British Isles are a group of islands off the northwestern coast of mainland Europe.
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Last updated: 2025/06/27 18:10