a small rocky island of Hindustan, on the coast of the Concan, joined to the continent by a reef of rocks, which forms a safe bay for vessels on the south side. This place was taken by the Mahrattas from the king of Bejaopore; but his admiral revolting from their authority, it became the head-quarters of a gang of pirates. It was taken by the British in 1756. Long. 73.13. E. Lat. 17.47. N.