guadeloupe

ɡweɪdəˈluːp

Definitions

1. noun

A French island in the Caribbean Sea, located in the Lesser Antilles, with a population of approximately 400,000.

“She had always dreamed of visiting the beautiful island of Guadeloupe for her honeymoon.”

2. proper noun

A region of France, one of its overseas departments, located in the Caribbean Sea.

“Guadeloupe is a popular tourist destination in the French Caribbean.”

Synonyms

  • Caribbean island
  • French island

Antonyms

  • European mainland
  • Non-French territory