Definition of Insular. Meaning of Insular. Synonyms of Insular

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Definition of Insular

Insular
Insular In"su*lar, a. [L. insularis, fr. insula island: cf. F. insulaire. See Isle.] 1. Of or pertaining to an island; of the nature, or possessing the characteristics, of an island; as, an insular climate, fauna, etc. 2. Of or pertaining to the people of an island; narrow; circumscribed; illiberal; contracted; as, insular habits, opinions, or prejudices. The penury of insular conversation. --Johnson.
Insular
Insular In"su*lar, n. An islander. [R.] --Berkeley.

Meaning of Insular from wikipedia

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