tungusic

/ˈtʌŋɡuːsɪk/

Definitions

1. noun

relating to or characteristic of the Tungusic languages or peoples, especially those of eastern Siberia and Manchuria

“The Tungusic languages are part of the larger Altaic language family.”

2. adjective

of or relating to the Tungusic peoples or languages

“The Tungusic people have a rich cultural heritage.”

Synonyms

  • Altaic
  • Siberian

Antonyms

  • European
  • non-Altaic