one of the Canary islands lying between Ferro and Tenerife. It has one good town of the same name, with an excellent harbour, where the Spanish fleet often take in refreshments. They have corn sufficient to supply the inhabitants, with one sugar-work, and great plenty of wine and fruits. It is subject to the Spaniards, who conquered it in 1445. W. Long. 17° 10'. N. Lat. 28° 0'.