Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A specific geographical location in the Philippines: "Corregidor" refers to a small, rocky island and peninsula strategically located at the entrance of Manila Bay in the Philippines. It is historically significant as a fortified military site.

Usage

• Proper noun:
  • Corregidor is used as a specific place name. It is always capitalized.
  • It is most commonly referenced in historical contexts, particularly concerning World War II in the Pacific theater.

Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The Battle of Corregidor was a pivotal event in 1942.
  • Many tourists visit Corregidor to see the historical ruins and tunnels.
  • The defense of Corregidor lasted for several months under heavy bombardment.

Advanced Usage

• "The Fall of Corregidor": A historical term referring to the surrender of American and Filipino forces to the Japanese in May 1942.

  • The Fall of Corregidor marked a low point for Allied forces in the Pacific.

• "The Siege of Corregidor": Refers to the prolonged Japanese assault on the island fortress.

  • Historians study the Siege of Corregidor to understand fortress warfare.

Variants and Related Words

• The Rock: (Nickname) A common nickname for the island of Corregidor, emphasizing its fortified, rocky nature.
  • Soldiers called it "The Rock" due to its formidable defenses.

Synonyms

• Fortress island: A descriptive term for an island used as a military stronghold.
• Military stronghold: A general term for a fortified place.

Notes on Meaning

• Primary Meaning: The primary meaning of "Corregidor" is as a proper noun for the specific island. Its historical significance is intrinsically linked to this geographical location.
• No Figurative Use: The word is not typically used in a figurative or metaphorical sense. Its usage is almost exclusively literal and historical.

Noun

1. the peninsula and island in the Philippines where Japanese forces besieged American forces in World War II; United States forces surrendered in 1942 and recaptured the area in 1945