barbados
Definition
Proper noun: 1. A country and island in the Caribbean: Barbados is an island country, the easternmost of the West Indies, located in the Atlantic Ocean about 300 miles (483 km) to the north of Venezuela. 2. A parliamentary democracy: Barbados is a sovereign nation with a parliamentary system of government. It was formerly a British colony and is now a member of the Commonwealth of Nations. 3. A popular resort area: The island is known for its tourism industry, featuring beaches, resorts, and a warm climate.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- We spent our vacation in Barbados.
- The capital of Barbados is Bridgetown.
- Cricket is a very popular sport in Barbados.
Advanced Usage
- "The Barbados" (historical/archaic): In older English texts, the island was sometimes referred to with the definite article "the."
- Historical records mention settlers arriving in the Barbados in the 17th century.
Variants and Related Words
- Barbadian (adjective): Of or relating to Barbados.
- The Barbadian culture is a rich blend of African, British, and Caribbean influences.
- Barbadian (noun): A person from Barbados.
- The famous singer Rihanna is a Barbadian.
Synonyms
- Bimshire (informal, nickname): A colloquial name for Barbados.
- Little England (historical nickname): A historical nickname referencing its long history as a British colony.
Noun
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easternmost of the West Indies about 300 miles to the north of Venezuela
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a parliamentary democracy on the island of Barbados; former British colony; a popular resort area
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