West Indies
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Also called the Indies. (used with a plural verb) an archipelago in the northern Atlantic between North and South America, comprising the Greater Antilles, the Lesser Antilles, and the Bahamas.
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Also called West Indies Federation. (used with a singular verb) Federation of the West Indies. a former federation (1958–62) of the British islands in the Caribbean, comprising Barbados, Jamaica, Trinidad, Tobago, and the Windward and Leeward island colonies.
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It is a popular resort area.
Several of the islands were discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1492.
Other Word Forms
- West Indian adjective
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At the T20 World Cup, West Indies are unable to return home from India after their exit on Sunday and remain in Kolkata, with Zimbabwe reportedly in a similar situation.
From BBC
Earlier, India had been sloppy in the field after they had inserted West Indies which had allowed their opponents to post a competitive total.
From BBC
This campaign stuttered through matches against Nepal, West Indies, Scotland and Italy but now there is a feeling of real belief emanating from this squad.
From BBC
Now level on two points with West Indies, India know victory over the two-time champions in Kolkata on Sunday will secure their spot in the last four.
From BBC
West Indies play India in their final match of the group knowing a defeat will likely eliminate them.
From BBC
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