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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

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 took England's first wicket in the powerplay and, with the game in the balance, returned to claim another three through the middle as the Windies collapsed from 91-2 in the 10th over to 115-6.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2025

Lamb was playing an unfamiliar role, coming to the crease in the 36th over, but captain Sciver-Brunt whacked six fours and a six from the wilting Windies bowlers as England passed 300 with ease.

From BBC • May 30, 2025

Seamer Em Arlott, in just her second international outing, finished with 3-14, including the key breakthroughs of Windies skipper Hayley Matthews for six and veteran batter Stafanie Taylor for a duck.

From BBC • May 23, 2025

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