redonda
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Definition
Proper noun: * An island in Antigua and Barbuda: Redonda is the name of a small, uninhabited island that is part of the nation of Antigua and Barbuda, located in the Caribbean Sea.
Usage
- Proper noun:
- The yacht sailed past the rocky cliffs of Redonda.
- Redonda is known more for its seabird colonies than for human settlement.
- Antigua, Barbuda, and Redonda together form a single sovereign state.
Advanced Usage
- "The Kingdom of Redonda": Refers to a whimsical, literary micronation founded in the 19th century, based on the island. This is a cultural and historical reference rather than a political reality.
- The title "King of Redonda" has been claimed by various writers over the years.
Variants and Related Words
- Redondan (adj): A rarely used demonym or adjective relating to the island of Redonda.
- The Redondan ecosystem is fragile.
Synonyms
- Isle (noun): A poetic or literary term for a small island.
- Islet (noun): A very small island.
Notes on Meaning
This word functions almost exclusively as a proper noun referring to the specific Caribbean island. It does not have general meanings in English outside of this geographical and associated cultural context.
Noun
- an island in Antigua and Barbuda