Bronxcheer's definitions

island

In New York City and surrounding suburbs 'The Island' means Long Island. Specifically the geographical part of Long Island that does not include the New York City boroughs of Brooklyn and Queens which are technically ON Long Island. That is, it refers to Nassau and Suffolk counties (of New York State).

"After the Mets game we're going out to The Island for dinner."

by Bronxcheer October 20, 2008