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insular

/ɪnˈsjuːlər/ adjective · British & US
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What does insular mean?

adjective

Relating to or characteristic of an island or islands; isolated or detached from others. Confined to or characteristic of a particular region or community, often in a way that is narrow or limited.

Example

"The insular culture of the island nation made it difficult for outsiders to understand their customs."

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