Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
windies
noun
/ˈwɪn.diz/

Definition
A term used to refer to the West Indies region or its people, particularly in the context of cricket.

Examples
- Many people from the Windies have made significant contributions to the sport of cricket.
- During the summer, fans flock to watch the Windies play in international tournaments.

Meaning
Windies commonly refers to the Caribbean nations, especially regarding their participation in cricket, or it can denote the cultural identity of the people from these islands.

Synonyms
- Caribbean
- West Indies
- Islander