jakun

/ˈdʒækən/

Definitions

1. noun

An indigenous people of Southeast Asia, particularly in Malaysia and Singapore.

“The archaeologists studied the ancient culture of the Jakun people.”

2. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of the Jakun people.

“The Jakun dialect is a unique blend of languages spoken by the indigenous people.”

Synonyms

  • aboriginal
  • indigenous

Antonyms

  • settled
  • urbanized