1. people who live on islands or who have narrow, isolated viewpoints
Usage: plural form

Examples

• The insulars developed their own unique customs over centuries.
• Many insulars in the Pacific have maintained traditional fishing practices.
• The conference brought together insulars from various Caribbean nations.
• These insulars had limited contact with the outside world until recently.
• The government created special programs to support the insulars’ economy.
• Local insulars served as guides for the research expedition.