skerry
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈskɛri/
Definition
A small, rocky island or reef, typically found in a cluster along a coastline.
Examples
The lighthouse was built on a remote skerry to warn ships away from the dangerous coastline.
During low tide, dozens of tiny skerries emerged from the sea, creating a maze of rocks.
Local fishermen know exactly which skerries to avoid when the tide is coming in.
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