Definition

Proper noun: * A specific geographical feature: The Alaska Peninsula is a long, mountainous peninsula in southwestern Alaska, extending approximately 800 kilometers (500 miles) into the Pacific Ocean. It is a continuation of the Aleutian Islands arc and separates the Pacific Ocean from Bristol Bay.

Usage

The term is used as a proper noun to name this specific landform. It is typically preceded by the definite article "the." * The Alaska Peninsula is home to several active volcanoes. * Fishing is a major industry along the coast of the Alaska Peninsula. * The Aleutian Range runs along the length of the Alaska Peninsula.

Advanced Usage

• Geological and ecological context: The term is often used in discussions of volcanology, seismology, and unique ecosystems, as the peninsula is part of the Pacific Ring of Fire.
  • The 1912 eruption of Novarupta on the Alaska Peninsula was the largest of the 20th century.

Variants and Related Words

• Alaskan (adj): Of or relating to the state of Alaska.
  • The Alaskan coastline is vast and varied.
• Peninsula (n): A piece of land almost surrounded by water or projecting out into a body of water.
  • The Italian peninsula is shaped like a boot.

Synonyms

• Southwestern Alaska peninsula: A more descriptive synonym.
• Aleutian Peninsula: An occasional, less common name referencing its connection to the Aleutian Islands.

Related Phrases

• On the Alaska Peninsula: Used to describe a location situated on this landmass.
  • The small town of King Salmon is located on the Alaska Peninsula.

Noun

1. a peninsula of southwestern Alaska (a continuation of the Aleutian Islands)