With English making its name as the language of science, the Bible and Shakespeare, Britain, decided to take it on tour Asking only for land, wealth, natural resources, total obedience to the crown and a few local words in return. They went to the Caribbean looking for gold and a chance to really unwind - discovering the barbeque ', the canoe' and a pretty good recipe for rum pun They also brought backthe word "cannibal 'to make their trip sound more exciting.