cingalese

/sɪŋˈɡeɪliːz/

Definitions

1. noun

A native of Ceylon, now Sri Lanka.

“The Cingalese community was proud of their rich cultural heritage.”

2. adjective

Relating to Ceylon, now Sri Lanka.

“The Cingalese architecture in the temple was a testament to the country’s rich history.”

3. adjective

Of or relating to the Sinhalese people.

“The Cingalese language was an official language of Sri Lanka for many years.”

Synonyms

  • Ceylonese
  • Sinhalese

Antonyms

  • non-Ceylonese
  • non-Sinhalese