Dominica
one of the Windward Islands, in the E West Indies.
an independent republic comprising this island: a former British colony; gained independence 1978. 290 sq. mi. (751 sq. km). Capital: Roseau.
a female given name.
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How to use Dominica in a sentence
Instead, Maria tracked south, steaming toward the eastern Caribbean island of Dominica.
A coral pollution study unexpectedly helped explain Hurricane Maria’s fury | Martin J. Kernan | September 7, 2022 | Science NewsEco-resorts, especially more remote ones like Dominica’s Secret Bay, may offer group transport in electric vehicles.
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4 apps to safely transfer money internationally | Sandra Gutierrez | July 28, 2021 | Popular-ScienceHe sighted Guichen's fleet on April 16 as it was sailing northwards and well to leeward of Dominica.
The Political History of England - Vol. X. | William HuntGrasse then beat to windward between Dominica and the Iles des Saintes, but in consequence of various accidents made little way.
The Political History of England - Vol. X. | William Hunt
We are without trace also of other letters, which he wrote at Dominica and at other points during this voyage.
Ego enim, quando voluero, faciam ea satis summoneri propter mea Dominica necessaria ad voluntatem meam.
He is one of the true game blood,—the real Dominica game breed; and I sent to Charleston for his gaffs.
Fifty Years in Chains | Charles Ball
British Dictionary definitions for Dominica
/ (ˌdɒmɪˈniːkə, dəˈmɪnɪkə) /
a republic in the E Caribbean, comprising a volcanic island in the Windward Islands group; a former British colony; became independent as a member of the Commonwealth in 1978. Official language: English. Religion: Roman Catholic majority. Currency: East Caribbean dollar. Capital: Roseau. Pop: 73 286 (2013 est). Area: 751 sq km (290 sq miles): Official name: Commonwealth of Dominica
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