Archipelago

Imagine you are trying to manage a cluttered desk, where each item seems to have its own little space, yet they all collectively form a chaotic scene. This is similar to how an archipelago is a collection of islands, each standing independently yet forming a larger geographical group. Just as you would organize your desk by grouping related items together to create a sense of order, an archipelago consists of individual islands that, when viewed together, create a cohesive and interconnected landscape.
Practice Version

Archipelago: A chain, cluster, or collection of islands. Archipelago. In History, archipelago often refers to groups of islands that played significant roles in trade and exploration.