Definitions

1. noun

A member of the indigenous people of East Timor.

“The tetum people have a rich cultural heritage and a unique language.”

2. adjective

Relating to the Tetum people or their language.

“Tetum language is widely spoken in East Timor and is an official language.”

3. noun

The Tetum language, a Malayo-Polynesian language spoken in East Timor.

“Tetum language is the national language of East Timor.”