Windies
Britishplural noun
Etymology
Origin of Windies
from the abbreviation W. Indies
Example Sentences
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Much of the Windies batting innings was pedestrian.
From BBC ● Jun. 18, 2026
The Windies, who beat Scotland in their opening match, are expected to provide England a different challenge compared to Nepal with their trademark six-hitting.
From BBC ● Feb. 10, 2026
The Windies had been bowled out for 420 - a deficit of 155 - earlier on during day four before Latham and Conway again took to the crease.
From BBC ● Dec. 21, 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
He responded perfectly - bowling former Windies captain Rovman Powell with a quicker ball - to secure his best return in international T20s and the best for England by a left-arm spinner.
From BBC ● Jun. 6, 2025
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