Definition

Proper noun: * The Bahamas: An archipelago and sovereign country consisting of many islands in the Atlantic Ocean, located to the east of Florida (USA) and north of Cuba. It is known for its tourism industry, beaches, and as a popular winter resort destination.

Usage

• The term "Bahama Islands" is the formal geographical name for the archipelago that constitutes the nation of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas.
• It is used in historical, geographical, and formal contexts to refer to the islands as a collective entity.

Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Christopher Columbus made his first landfall in the New World in the Bahama Islands.
  • The clear waters surrounding the Bahama Islands are ideal for snorkeling and diving.
  • Many cruise ships include the Bahama Islands on their itineraries.

Advanced Usage

• "The Bahamas" is the more common contemporary name for the country and is used in almost all modern political, economic, and tourism contexts.
  • We are vacationing in The Bahamas this year.

Variants and Related Words

• The Bahamas (n): The official short form name of the country, the Commonwealth of The Bahamas.
• Bahamian (adj): Relating to the Bahama Islands or their people.
  • Bahamian culture
• Bahamian (n): A citizen or native of the Bahama Islands.
  • The Bahamians are known for their hospitality.

Synonyms

• The Bahamas
• Commonwealth of The Bahamas (formal full name)

Noun

1. island country in the Atlantic to the east of Florida and Cuba; a popular winter resort