Also means
island formed in the middle of a river
Usage Note
Flussinsel is an island that lies within a river's main channel, often created by sediment deposits. Many German cities have historical Flussinseln that became centres of early settlement.
Examples
"Die Flussinsel im Rhein war einst ein wichtiger Rastplatz für Händler."
Natural Translation
The river island in the Rhine was once an important resting place for merchants.
Literal Translation
The river island in the Rhine was once an important resting place for merchants.
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