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Ceylonese

Ceylonese

1 8.6
Relating to Ceylon, the old name for Sri Lanka before 1972, and its people and culture
  • adjective
  • /seɪləˈniːz/
: ceylanés
  • Many Ceylonese dishes feature unique spices that enhance their flavor and aroma.

Examples

  • Flustered by the choices, the woman accepted some Ceylonese quills and departed quickly.

    Fiction book (1992)

  • The festival showcased traditional Ceylonese music and dance from the island's rich cultural heritage.

  • She had, in fact, once known his Ceylonese wife, who had always seemed to be carrying the doubt load, and who had, in fact, died of doubt.

    Fiction book (1995)

  • In 1833, a legislative council composed of British and natives (Ceylonese members) was established.

    Academic text (2006)

  • Marie-Louise, the woman who had accepted the Ceylonese cinnamon quills from Henri earlier in the day, did not notice Claude's entrance.

    Fiction book (1992)

  • The Ceylonese people are known for their warm hospitality and vibrant traditions.

Synonyms

Lankan
vsCeylonese
9 4.2

Relating to Sri Lanka, its people, or its culture

is the older pre 1972 term rather than current usage
Sri Lankan
vsCeylonese
9 2.8

From Sri Lanka or connected to its people and culture

is the older historical term used before 1972

Surface Forms

Ceylonese positive

Morphology

Ceylonese = Ceylon (transparent) = Ceylon + ese

Formed transparently from the place-name 'Ceylon' plus the productive adjective-forming suffix '-ese' meaning 'of or relating to Ceylon'; the country name change does not obscure the morphological relation.

Etymology

Ceylonese comes from the old name Ceylon, the name Europeans used for the island now called Sri Lanka. So Ceylonese means 'from Ceylon' or 'connected with Ceylon', and is often used for people or culture from that island, especially before 1972 when the country changed its name.