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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

Example Sentences

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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

Perhaps more concerning was the exposure of the balance of the team, which admittedly looked a strong formula against the Windies.

From BBC • Sep. 4, 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

On his T20 debut, Matthew Potts had Windies captain Shai Hope caught at mid-on for three before a stand of 58 between Evin Lewis and Roston Chase kept the tourists in the game.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2025

Following the rescheduling of the IPL, the final will now be played on 3 June, the same day as the third and concluding ODI against the Windies.

From BBC • May 13, 2025

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