[ɔːˈstrɒnɪziən]

Definitions

1. noun

A member of any of the peoples of the Austronesian language family, which includes the indigenous peoples of Taiwan, the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Madagascar, and the Pacific Islands.

“The Austronesian tribes have been migrating to the mainland for centuries, influencing local cultures along the way.”

2. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of the Austronesian peoples or languages.

“The Austronesian languages are a significant part of the linguistic diversity in Southeast Asia.”