noun
islet
Islet (noun) means a very small island.
noun
1
A very small island.
"There is an islet on the other side of this body of water."
2
A small, separate group of cells in the body that does a particular job.
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Etymology
Came from Middle French islette, analysable on the surface as is(le) plus -let. It largely displaced the native Middle English eyt, eit and Middle English holm, holme (see eyot and holm for more).
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of islet?
"islet" (noun) means a very small island.
What is another word for islet?
Other words for "islet" include isle, eyot, holm.
What are the different meanings of islet?
"islet" has 2 main meanings: 1. A very small island; 2. A small, separate group of cells in the body that does a particular job.
