English Explanatory Dictionary

Gilbert Islands

English dictionary entry

Meanings

name
  1. A chain of islands and atolls forming the main part of Kiribati, historically part of the Gilbert and Ellice Islands.

Word forms

Gilbert Islands

Etymology

Named after Thomas Gilbert (sea captain).

Synonyms

Gilberts
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