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Meaning
A peninsula is a landform that is surrounded by water on three sides but is connected to the mainland on one side. Think of it like a "almost island" that sticks out into a body of water, such as an ocean, sea, or lake.
Synonyms
- Cape
- Promontory
- Foreland
- Point
- Neck
Antonyms
- Island
- Mainland
- Continent
Etymology
The word "peninsula" comes from the Latin "paeninsula," which is a combination of "paene" meaning "almost" and "insula" meaning "island." This reflects the idea that a peninsula is almost an island.
Examples
- The Florida peninsula is famous for its warm beaches and tropical climate.
- The peninsula juts out into the sea, creating a natural harbor for boats.
- Many cities were built on a peninsula to take advantage of the surrounding water for trade routes.
- The Iberian peninsula is home to both Spain and Portugal.
- Hiking on a peninsula offers stunning views of the ocean on three sides.