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demonym
/ˈdɛmənɪm/
noun 2
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3ADJ.
favourite, new
DEMONYM + NOUN
-, zealanders
ADV.
typically
Definitions
noun
1
A name for an inhabitant or native of a specific place, usually derived from the name of the place.
Why is it that people from the United States use American as their demonym?
2
A pseudonym formed of an adjective.
The Logophile has my favourite demonym; I would write under it if he didn't.
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Why is it that people from the United States use American as their demonym?
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The Logophile has my favourite demonym; I would write under it if he didn't.
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He had to choose between "Earthling" and "Terran" for their demonym.
Tatoeba · #146875604
A demonym is the name or term for the residents of a particular locality.
Tatoeba · #331822805
A demonym is typically - but not always - derived from a placename, though it is equally true that many countries are named for their inhabitants.
Tatoeba · #331824406
The association of kiwi with New Zealand is so strong that 'Kiwi' is frequently used as a colloquial demonym for New Zealanders.
Tatoeba · #3318781Usage Notes
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