Definitions

1. noun

a suffix in some languages, especially in the names of islands, used to indicate a place or territory, especially one that is isolated or remote

“The remote island of Nus was discovered by the team of explorers.”

2. proper noun

a specific island in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands union territory of India

“The Nus island is a popular tourist destination in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.”