The Caribbean refers to the sea located east of Central America and north of South America, as well as the islands within this sea and the countries bordering it.
"the sea that is east of Central America and north of South America, or the islands in it and the countries that border this sea."
This region encompasses a vast area known for its cultural diversity, tropical climate, and significant geographical and historical importance.
The Caribbean denotes both a sea and the surrounding islands and nations, defining an important cultural and geographic region between Central and South America.