dahomeyan

/dəˈhɒmiːən/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or denoting the kingdom of Dahomey, a former kingdom in what is now Benin in West Africa

“The dahomeyan culture had a significant impact on the history of West Africa.”

2. noun

a native or inhabitant of Dahomey

“The dahomeyan people were known for their skilled warriors and traders.”

Synonyms

  • african
  • beninese
  • westafrican

Antonyms

  • non-african
  • non-west african