Definitions

1. noun

A person belonging to any of the Dravidian-speaking peoples of southern India, Sri Lanka, or Malaysia.

“The Dravidian community has a rich cultural heritage that dates back thousands of years.”

2. adjective

Relating to the Dravidian languages or their speakers.

“The Dravidian languages are a significant part of the linguistic diversity in India.”

3. noun

A member of the Dravidian-speaking peoples of ancient India, particularly of the Neolithic culture of southern India.

“The Dravidian civilization flourished in the Indus Valley region before the rise of the Indo-Aryan cultures.”