"Duff Islands" meaning in English

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Proper name

Etymology: Named after the missionary ship Duff, captained by James Wilson, which reached them in 1797. Head templates: {{en-prop|head=Duff Islands}} Duff Islands
  1. A small island group lying to the northeast of the Santa Cruz Islands in the Solomon Islands province of Temotu. Synonyms: Wilson Islands
    Sense id: en-Duff_Islands-en-name-lcSjkELH Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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