Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the Malay people or their language

“The Malayic languages are spoken by millions of people across Southeast Asia.”

2. noun

a member of a people or group speaking a Malayic language

“The Malayic people have a rich cultural heritage.”

3. noun

a branch of the Austronesian languages that includes Malay, Indonesian, and other related languages

“The Malayic languages are an important part of Southeast Asian linguistic diversity.”