British Virgin Islands: Meaning and Definition of

Brit'ish Vir'gin Is'lands

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  1. a British colony comprising several small islands (largest, Tortola) in the West Indies, E of Puerto Rico. 10,500; 67 sq. mi. (174 sq. km). Cap.: Road Town.
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