Iwo Jima

/ˌˈɪwə ˌdʒimə/

Definitions of Iwo Jima

1. noun

   the largest of the Volcano Islands of Japan
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   island

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

   a bloody and prolonged operation on the island of Iwo Jima in which American marines landed and defeated Japanese defenders (February and March 1945)
   synonyms: Iwo, invasion of Iwo

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   amphibious assault

   an amphibious operation attacking a land base that is carried out by troops that are landed by naval ships