gambier

/ˈɡæmbɪər/

Definitions

1. proper noun

A town in French Polynesia, in the Gambier Islands.

“The Gambier Islands are a popular tourist destination in French Polynesia.”

2. noun

An American admiral, James A. Gambier, who played a role in the American Civil War.

“Admiral Gambier was a key figure in the Union Navy during the American Civil War.”