chinee

tʃɪniː

Definitions

1. noun

A person of Chinese origin or descent.

“Many Chinese immigrants came to the United States in the late 19th century, and some of their descendants are now known as Chinee.”

2. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of China or the Chinese people.

“The chinee restaurant served a variety of traditional Chinese dishes.”

Synonyms

  • Chinese
  • oriental

Antonyms

  • non-Chinese
  • non-oriental