Windies

British

/ ˈwɪndɪz /

plural noun

the international cricket team of the West Indies

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Etymology

Origin of Windies

from the abbreviation W. Indies

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He even got a signed shirt from former Windies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo.

From BBC ● May 13, 2026

Against the impressive Windies, Tom Banton also chipped a catch to extra cover pushing a drive off Motie, while Jacob Bethell and Will Jacks were bowled and pinned lbw respectively playing from the crease.

From BBC ● Feb. 11, 2026

The rising star of English cricket had not passed 50 in any format since making 82 against the Windies at the end of May.

From BBC ● Sep. 4, 2025

Brook's winning start - wins in three ODIs and three T20s against the Windies - was supposed to be the start of an upturn.

From BBC ● Sep. 2, 2025

The Windies total on the third day of the day-night Test in Jamaica was just one run more than New Zealand's 26 all out against England in 1955.

From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2025

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