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insular region
[ˈɪnsjələr ˈriːdʒən]
noun
pl: insular regions
região insular
1.
A geographic area consisting of islands or characterized by island formations; a region geographically isolated by water
The Caribbean insular region includes thousands of islands.
A região insular do Caribe inclui milhares de ilhas.
2.
An area with limited external connections; a geographically or culturally isolated territory
The insular region maintained unique cultural traditions due to its isolation.
A região insular manteve tradições culturais únicas devido ao seu isolamento.
Synonyms
island region
archipelago
island territory
maritime region
Antonyms
continental region
mainland
interior region
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
região insular
Standard usage; commonly used in geographic and administrative contexts
Portugal
região insular
Standard usage; applies to regions like Azores and Madeira
Related Idioms & Phrases
insular mentality
island hopping
isolated community
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