an island in the Baltic, belonging to Denmark, in the Stift of Seeland, between Lat. 54° 59' and 55° 18', N., and Long. 14° 42' and 15° 8', E. It is about 20 miles in length, by 14 in breadth, with a generally mountainous surface, and steep and rocky shores. It yields a good freestone, which is largely exported for building; and also limestone, blue marble, coal, and clay. The principal products of the soil are oats, flax, and hemp. The population amounts to about 26,000, chiefly engaged in agriculture, fishing, brewing, distilling, and the manufacture of earthenwares. The capital is Roenne.