caricom: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
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What does “caricom” mean?
An acronym for the Caribbean Community, a political and economic union of 15 member states and 5 associate members in the Caribbean region.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
An acronym for the Caribbean Community, a political and economic union of 15 member states and 5 associate members in the Caribbean region.
Refers to the intergovernmental organization itself, its policies, summits, and the collective economic and political bloc it represents.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant difference in usage, as it is a proper name for a specific international organization. Both varieties treat it identically.
Connotations
Neutral; denotes a specific regional entity.
Frequency
Equally low frequency in both varieties, appearing primarily in international relations, economics, or Caribbean-focused contexts.
Grammar
How to Use “caricom” in a Sentence
[The] CARICOM + [verb: e.g., met, agreed, issued][Country] is a member of CARICOM.The CARICOM + [noun: e.g., summit, decision, policy]Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “caricom” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- CARICOM-wide policy
- a CARICOM initiative
American English
- CARICOM-related issues
- the CARICOM agenda
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Used in contexts of regional trade agreements, economic integration, and market regulations (e.g., 'CARICOM trade protocols').
Academic
Used in political science, international relations, and economics papers discussing regional integration in the Caribbean.
Everyday
Rarely used in casual conversation outside the Caribbean region. May appear in news headlines.
Technical
Used in legal, diplomatic, and policy documents relating to the organization's treaties and functions.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “caricom”
Neutral
Weak
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “caricom”
- Writing it in lowercase ('caricom').
- Omitting the definite article 'the' in formal writing (e.g., 'The CARICOM meeting...').
- Confusing it with other regional organizations like 'OECS' or 'ACS'.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No. The Caribbean Common Market was an earlier economic component. CARICOM (Caribbean Community) is the broader political and economic union that succeeded and expanded upon it.
CARICOM has 15 full member states and 5 associate members, which are primarily other Caribbean territories.
The headquarters of the CARICOM Secretariat is located in Georgetown, Guyana.
Yes, it is an acronym for a proper noun and should always be written in uppercase letters.
An acronym for the Caribbean Community, a political and economic union of 15 member states and 5 associate members in the Caribbean region.
Caricom is usually formal, official, political, journalistic in register.
Caricom: in British English it is pronounced /ˈkærɪkɒm/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈkærɪkɑːm/ or /ˈkɛrɪkɑːm/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: CARIbbean COMmunity = CARICOM. It's the 'car' that drives the community forward.
Conceptual Metaphor
AN ORGANIZATION IS A BODY (e.g., 'CARICOM member states', 'the head of CARICOM').
Practice
Quiz
What does the acronym CARICOM stand for?