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barrier island

/ˈbæriər ˈaɪlənd/

Traducción: Isla larga y estrecha, dispuesta paralela a la costa continental, generalmente formada por arena, que actúa como barrera natural protegiendo la costa de las olas y las tormentas.

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/ˈbæriər ˈaɪlənd/C1formalscientific
  • esIsla larga y estrecha, dispuesta paralela a la costa continental, generalmente formada por arena, que actúa como barrera natural protegiendo la costa de las olas y las tormentas.

A long, narrow island lying parallel to the mainland coast, typically composed of sand and serving as a natural barrier protecting the shore from waves and storms.

  1. Coastal landformB2formal

    A long, narrow island lying parallel to the mainland shore, formed by wave and tidal action, protecting the coast from erosion and storms.

    esIsla barrera

    • Barrier islands are common along the Atlantic coast of the United States.
    • The hurricane caused severe damage to the barrier island's dunes.
    • Many species of birds nest on barrier islands.