Malaysian
//məˈleɪ.zi.ən// adj, name, noun
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Definitions
Noun
- 1 A native of Malaysia.
- 2 the Malay language spoken in Malaysia or neighbouring countries wordnet
- 3 a native or inhabitant of Malaysia wordnet
Adjective
- 1 Pertaining to the country of Malaysia. not-comparable
- 2 Pertaining to the Malay language spoken in Malaysia. not-comparable
Adjective
- 1 of or relating to or characteristic of Malaysia wordnet
Proper Noun
- 1 The Malay language, specifically the one spoken in Malaysia.
Example
More examples"Tom thought that Mary wouldn't like Malaysian food."
Etymology
From Malaysia + -an.
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