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british west indies (n)
the islands in the West Indies that were formerly under British control, including the Bahamas, Saint Lucia, Antigua, Grenada, Jamaica, Barbados, and Trinidad
british west indies Sentence Examples
- The British West Indies historically referred to the British-controlled Caribbean colonies and territories.
- Barbados, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, and the Bahamas were part of the British West Indies.
- Sugar plantations were a significant aspect of the economy in the British West Indies.
- The British West Indies were heavily involved in the transatlantic slave trade.
- Cricket is a popular sport in the British West Indies, with a rich tradition dating back centuries.
- The British West Indies Federation was an attempt to unite several Caribbean territories under one government.
- Rum production was a major industry in the British West Indies.
- The British West Indies Regiment served in various conflicts during the colonial era.
- The British West Indies played a crucial role in Britain's economic prosperity during the 18th and 19th centuries.
- The decline of the sugar industry in the British West Indies led to significant economic changes in the region.v
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the islands in the West Indies that were formerly under British control, including the Bahamas, Saint Lucia, Antigua, Grenada, Jamaica, Barbados, and Trinidad
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The British West Indies historically referred to the British-controlled Caribbean colonies and territories.
Barbados, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, and the Bahamas were part of the British West Indies.
Sugar plantations were a significant aspect of the economy in the British West Indies.
The British West Indies were heavily involved in the transatlantic slave trade.
