Definition: The term "West Indies" refers to an entire group of islands located in the Caribbean Sea, comprising four nations: The Bahamas, Saint Lucia, Anguilla, and Jamaica. It also includes various small islands scattered along the eastern coast of mainland Cuba. Definition: The West Indies is a name for the region that encompasses five island groups: the British Virgin Islands (BVI), Grenada, Martinique, St. Kitts & Nevis, and Antigua and Barbuda. West Indian cuisine is characterized by its use of a variety of spices, coconut milk, and fish dishes that are often accompanied by rice or other grains. The region also has a rich history in music, dance, and fashion. The term "West Indies" was first used to describe the region as early as the 18th century and refers to various areas within the Caribbean Sea. It was later generalized to refer to any part of the region that includes four nations: the Bahamas, Grenada, Martinique, St. Kitts & Nevis, and Antigua and Barbuda. The term "West Indies" is also used informally for other names in different regions of the world, such as "the Caribbean" or "the South American Islands."

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Definition: The term "West Indies" is a colloquial English term that refers to the United States Virgin Islands in the Caribbean Sea, which are located off the coast of Florida, along with a group of islands around the eastern coast. Definition: - West Indies: This term can be used as a general term for all the territories and possessions that are located within the United States and Canada, including those located on the east coast of North America. They include Puerto Rico (the US territory), the Virgin Islands (the British overseas collectivity), and the islands of Antigua and Barbuda. - West Indian: This is a regional term referring to Caribbean countries or territories that are culturally distinct from the broader Western Hemisphere, and are often referred to as such by their residents. It's also used in some contexts to indicate a specific nationality within these countries. For example: - "I've lived in the West Indies for many years," someone might say. - "The West Indian government has been criticized for its treatment of the poor." - "The West Indian diaspora is composed mainly of Puerto Ricans and Barbudans."

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