Samoan

noun

Sa·​mo·​an sə-ˈmō-ən How to pronounce Samoan (audio)
1
: a native or inhabitant of Samoa
2
: the Polynesian language of the Samoans
Samoan adjective

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Stephanie then enjoys some traditional Samoan cuisine alongside the family, including a unique delicacy. Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025 The brand sources its flagship spring water from the Canadian Rocky Mountains, expanding its network to include pristine springs from Italy, Cameroon, the Samoan Islands, the Himalayas, Japan, and beyond. Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 12 Mar. 2025 The character is rooted in Samoan heritage, with callbacks to his family and being the leader of his tribe. Dan Perry, Newsweek, 1 Mar. 2025 As Solo teed up the Samoan Spike, Priest teased a chokeslam. Alfred Konuwa, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for Samoan

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of Samoan was in 1839

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“Samoan.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Samoan. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.

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