Guadalcanal

/ˈgwɑdəlkəˌnæl/

Definitions of Guadalcanal

1. noun

   a mountainous island; the largest of the Solomon Islands in the independent state that is a member of the British Commonwealth
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   island

   a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water
2. noun

   a battle in World War II in the Pacific (1942-1943); the island was occupied by the Japanese and later recaptured by American forces
   synonyms: Battle of Guadalcanal

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   pitched battle

   a fierce battle fought in close combat between troops in predetermined positions at a chosen time and place