a country on the island of Dominica
"The traveler flew to Dominica to explore its lush rainforests and hot springs."
a volcanic island in the Windward Islands that was once a stronghold of the Carib Indians
"Dominica is a lush volcanic island in the Caribbean known historically as a refuge where the Carib Indians established their stronghold."
An island and country in the Caribbean. Official name: Commonwealth of Dominica.
"Dominica is a lush, volcanic island nation located in the eastern Caribbean Sea."
The name comes from the Latin word Dominica, meaning "Lord's Day" or "Sunday." It was chosen because Christopher Columbus first sighted the island on a Sunday.