Definition

Relating to or connecting two or more islands.

Example

The interisland ferry service makes travel between the islands easy.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new interisland ferry service?

Yeah, I read that it connects all the popular islands now.

I think it will make traveling so much easier for everyone.

Absolutely! It’s great for boosting tourism and local businesses.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Interisland → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "island" (from Old English "island", meaning land surrounded by water). The word "interisland" refers to something that exists or occurs between islands.

Memory Tip

Think of things that happen 'between' ('inter-') different 'islands' — that's what interisland means.

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