peninsula
/pəˈnɪn.ʃə.lə/noun
A piece of land projecting into water from a larger land mass.
Example sentence
- “Korea is a divided peninsula.”
Related words
embassyAn organization or group of officials who permanently represent a sovereign state in a second sovereign state or with respect to an international organization such as the United Nations.coastlineThe shape, outline, or boundary of a coast.consulateThe office of a consul, in its various senses.lighthouseA tower or other structure exhibiting a light or lights to warn or guide sailors.quarantineA period, instance, or state of isolation from the general public or from native livestock and flora enacted to prevent the spread of any contagious disease.pierA raised platform built from the shore out over water, supported on piles; used to secure, or provide access to shipping; a jetty.