lowlander

[ˈloʊlændər]

Definitions

1. noun

a person who lives in a low-lying or coastal area, especially in the Netherlands or Scotland

“The lowlanders of the Netherlands have a unique culture shaped by their history and geography.”

2. noun

a person from a low-lying region, especially in the southern United States

“The lowlanders of Louisiana are known for their love of jazz music and spicy cuisine.”

3. noun

a person who lives in a lower part of a valley, especially in a mountainous region

“The lowlanders of the Swiss Alps have developed a unique way of life adapted to the harsh mountain environment.”

4. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a low-lying or coastal area

“The lowlander landscape is dotted with windmills and canals.”

Synonyms

  • coast dweller
  • low country resident
  • valley dweller

Antonyms

  • highlander
  • mountaineer
  • uplander