also: しまもり
island chief; island lord
Refers to the ruler or chief of an island, often in historical or fantasy contexts.
As the island chief of a small island, he kept the islanders together.
The island lord has protected the peace of the island for generations.
Standard kanji form for 'island chief'.
Alternate form with reading しまもり; less common.
Compound of 島 (island) and 主 (master, chief). The reading とうしゅ uses the on'yomi of both characters.