Nelson Island

English

Etymology

Named after a former owner of the island (one Dr. Neilson). When the owner lost his land grant, the island began to be referred to by its current name.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈnɛl.sən ˈaɪ̯.lənd/
• Hyphenation: Nel‧son Is‧land
• Rhymes: -aɪlənd

Proper noun

Nelson Island

1. An island in Trinidad and Tobago.