West Indian
adjective
Relating to the West Indies or its peoples and cultures.
They opened a West Indian restaurant in our neighborhood.

Often appears as...
- west indian cuisine
- west indian islands
noun
A native or inhabitant of the West Indies.
He is a West Indian who moved to New York for work.

Often appears as...
- west indian man
- west indian immigrant
adjective
Relating to the West Indies or its peoples and cultures.
They opened a West Indian restaurant in our neighborhood.

Often appears as...
- west indian cuisine
- west indian islands
noun
A native or inhabitant of the West Indies.
He is a West Indian who moved to New York for work.

Often appears as...
- west indian man
- west indian immigrant
Definition 1 of 2

Geographical Variation
The term can refer to multiple nations, so context may indicate a specific island or culture.

The West Indian music festival showcases a variety of styles.
Cuisine Distinction
Food described as 'West Indian' often includes a fusion of different culinary traditions.

I love the spicy flavors of West Indian curries.
Cultural Diversity
Recognizes the rich mix of African, European, and indigenous influences in the West Indies.

Her dance was influenced by West Indian culture.
Geographical Variation
The term can refer to multiple nations, so context may indicate a specific island or culture.

The West Indian music festival showcases a variety of styles.
Cuisine Distinction
Food described as 'West Indian' often includes a fusion of different culinary traditions.

I love the spicy flavors of West Indian curries.
Cultural Diversity
Recognizes the rich mix of African, European, and indigenous influences in the West Indies.

Her dance was influenced by West Indian culture.
Geographical Variation
The term can refer to multiple nations, so context may indicate a specific island or culture.

The West Indian music festival showcases a variety of styles.
Cuisine Distinction
Food described as 'West Indian' often includes a fusion of different culinary traditions.

I love the spicy flavors of West Indian curries.
Cultural Diversity
Recognizes the rich mix of African, European, and indigenous influences in the West Indies.

Her dance was influenced by West Indian culture.
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