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Caribees

Caribees

7.7
A group of Caribbean islands with warm beaches and lively culture
  • noun
  • /ˈkɛrɪˌbiːz/
  • Archaic
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  • The Caribees attract tourists from around the world with their beautiful beaches and vibrant culture.

Examples

  • The Caribees are known for their beautiful beaches.

  • She studied the history and ecology of the Caribees for her dissertation.

  • During the colonial era, the Caribees were highly prized for their sugar plantations.

  • Many tourists visit the Caribees each year.

  • The Caribees are famous for their stunning natural beauty and diverse wildlife.

  • Visitors to the Caribees enjoy a wide range of activities, from snorkeling to hiking.

  • The vibrant culture of the Caribees is reflected in its music, food, and festivals.

Synonyms

Antilles
vsCaribees
4 5.5

A group of islands in the Caribbean between Florida and northern South America

refers to the southeastern subset of those chains rather than the whole stretch
West Indies
vsCaribees
4 3.0

A group of islands in the Caribbean with warm weather and beaches

is limited to the southeastern part of that island area
Caribbean
vsCaribees
2.3

A region of islands and sea near Central and South America

refers specifically to the southeastern islands rather than the whole region
the Indies
vsCaribees
4.7

A group of islands in the Caribbean popular with tourists

is the southeastern part of those islands, not the entire resort region

Surface Forms

Caribees singular
Caribees plural

Etymology

The word Caribees comes from the name of the native Carib people and is another form of Caribbean. It refers to the islands where those people first lived, so Caribees means the 'islands' in the southeastern West Indies.