Auckland islands
plural noun
a group of six uninhabited islands, south of New Zealand. Area: 611 sq km (234 sq miles)
Historical Examples
“That must be the west entrance to the southern harbour of the auckland islands,” said Harry.
The Voyages of the Ranger and Crusader W.H.G. Kingston
If the fine weather continues, as I hope it may, we can expect to reach the auckland islands in three or four days.
The Voyages of the Ranger and Crusader W.H.G. Kingston
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