Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A group of mountainous islands in the Atlantic Ocean off the northwest coast of Africa, forming an autonomous community of Spain: The Canary Islands are a Spanish archipelago known for their volcanic origins, diverse landscapes, and tourism.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • We vacationed in the Canary Islands last winter.
  • Tenerife is the largest island in the Canary Islands.
  • The climate of the Canary Islands is subtropical and pleasant.

Advanced Usage

• "The Canaries": A common, informal name for the Canary Islands.
  • We're flying to the Canaries next week.

Variants and Related Words

• Canarian (adj): Relating to the Canary Islands or their inhabitants.
  • Canarian cuisine is a unique blend of influences.
• Canary Islander (n): A native or inhabitant of the Canary Islands.
  • The Canary Islanders are known for their hospitality.

Synonyms

• The Canaries: Informal synonym.
• Canary Archipelago: A more formal geographical term.

Related Phrases

• Canary Islands date palm: A type of palm tree native to the islands.
  • The Canary Islands date palm is a common ornamental tree.
• Canary Islands pine: A species of pine tree endemic to the islands.
  • The forest was full of Canary Islands pine.

Noun

1. a group of mountainous islands in the Atlantic off the northwest coast of Africa forming Spanish provinces