mauritian

/mɒˈriːʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

A person from or related to Mauritius, an island nation in the Indian Ocean.

“She was a Mauritian who worked as an engineer in Dubai.”

2. adjective

Related to or characteristic of Mauritius, its people, or their culture.

“The Mauritian cuisine is a unique blend of African, European, and Asian flavors.”

Synonyms

  • Indian Ocean Islander
  • Mauri
  • Maurice

Antonyms

  • non-Indian Ocean Islander
  • non-Mauritian