cay

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cay Definition

a small low island or bank of coral, sand, or rock, especially in the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico.

Using cay: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "cay" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  We went snorkeling around the cay.

• Example

  The cay was uninhabited except for a few seabirds.

• Example

  The boat ran aground on a cay.

cay Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for cay

• islet
• key
• atoll
• barrier reef

Phrases with cay

• salt cay

  a small island in the Turks and Caicos Islands

  Example

  Salt Cay is known for its excellent diving sites.

• green cay

  a small uninhabited island in the US Virgin Islands

  Example

  Green Cay is a popular spot for snorkeling and birdwatching.

• Pelican cay

  a small island in the Bahamas

  Example

  Pelican Cay is a protected area for nesting seabirds.

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Summary: cay in Brief

'Cay' [key] refers to a small island or bank made of coral, sand, or rock, typically found in the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico. Examples include 'salt cay,' 'green cay,' and 'Pelican cay.'