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Definition

noun. an island in New York Harbor that was the main entry point for immigrants to the United States from 1892 to 1954.

Example Sentence

We went to visit Ellis Island in New York.

More Example Sentences

Ellis Island is part of American history.

Synonyms

immigration station; historic site

Antonyms

Empire State building

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