anguilla

anguilla — noun

1. a small island in the Caribbean Sea that is a British overseas territory, known

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Definition

a small island in the Caribbean Sea that is a British overseas territory, known for its white sand beaches and warm climate

Example

Ife spent her winter holiday on the white beaches of Anguilla.

location context: on the beaches of [island]

The capital of Anguilla is called The Valley, a small town near the coast.

capital + location relationship

Common collocations
  • the coast of Anguilla
  • the beaches of Anguilla
  • in / on Anguilla
  • Anguilla's government
  • Anguilla is a British overseas territory

Grammar Patterns

as a subject with singular verb

usually preceded by no article

Usage Note

Anguilla is a proper noun and is not usually preceded by 'the' unless part of a larger geographical phrase (e.g., 'the island of Anguilla').

Common Mistakes

I went to the Anguilla last year.
I went to Anguilla last year.
names of most single islands do not take 'the'.

Etymology

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Anguilla takes its name from the Spanish or Portuguese word 'anguila', meaning 'eel', because of the island's long, narrow shape. The name was given by early European explorers.