Caribbean

/kəˈɹɪbiən/

UK: /ˌkæɹɪˈbiːən/

Caribbean

English Adj Top 9,606

Definition

Pertaining to the sea and region of the western Atlantic bounded by South America, Central America, and the islands of the West Indies (such as Cuba and Hispaniola).

Etymology

From Carib or Caribe, a people who lived in the West Indies, + -an.

Example Sentences

"Among those seeking the Caribbean nation’s highest office on May 19 are the current president, a former president, and a mayor."