Definitions

1. noun

The second-largest island in the Caribbean, part of the island of Haiti and the Dominican Republic, with the island of Hispaniola being divided into Haiti to the west and the Dominican Republic to the east.

“The island of Hispaniola has a rich cultural heritage with influences from both African and European traditions.”

2. proper noun

The island itself, specifically referring to the entire island of Hispaniola.

“Christopher Columbus first landed on the island of Hispaniola in 1492.”