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Cayman

Cayman

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A group of islands in the Caribbean Sea that are a British territory
  • proper noun
  • /ˈkeɪmən/
translation icon : Islas Caimán
  • In the past year, the new places I've been to are the Cayman Islands, England, and Bonaire.
  • the Cayman Islands

Created all the foreign bank accounts in Switzerland, Grand Cayman, Liechtenstein, Tortola.

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Examples

  • I am planning a vacation to the Cayman Islands next summer.

  • Cayman Islands, here I come!

  • What was your favorite part about the trip to Cayman Islands?

  • The rest ends up in accounts in the Cayman islands.

  • You can have your cardiac procedures in the Cayman Islands for half the price of the US.

  • His name is Simon, and he lives in the Cayman Islands with his brother, Ajax.

  • Mitt Romney is likely to retire to enjoy his millions of dollars in the Cayman Islands.

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  • The Cayman Islands are known for their beautiful beaches and clear waters.

  • Many tourists visit the Cayman Islands to enjoy snorkeling and diving.

Synonyms

Cayman Islands
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A group of three Caribbean islands known for beautiful beaches and banking

is the official name without stating number or discussing reputation

Compounds

A group of three Caribbean islands known for beautiful beaches and banking

Official money used in the Cayman Islands

Surface Forms

Cayman main

Etymology

Cayman comes from a local Caribbean word that Spanish turned into caimán, which means 'alligator'. The islands were named for the many crocodile-like animals seen there, so the name Cayman makes you think of 'alligator' and the sea home of these reptiles.