Mozambican

American

[moh-zuhm-bee-kuhn] / ˌmoʊ zəmˈbi kən /

noun

a native or inhabitant of the country or city of Mozambique.

adjective

of or relating to the country or city of Mozambique or its natives or inhabitants.

Mozambican British

/ ˌməʊzəmˈbiːkən /

adjective

of or relating to Mozambique or its inhabitants

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noun

a native or inhabitant of Mozambique

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of Mozambican

1870–75; Mozambique ( def. ) + -an

Example Sentences

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Mozambican authorities issued warnings Thursday about the approaching storm, saying it could cause violent winds and rough seas of 10-metre waves and urging people to leave the area of expected impact.

From Barron's

"It represents the victory, resilience, courage and determination of the Mozambican people," he added.

From Barron's

Flooding has devastated parts of both countries and resulted in Mozambican President Daniel Chapo cancelling his trip to the World Economic Forum in Davos.

From BBC

The move comes after the company decided to close its Mozambican operations in December.

From The Wall Street Journal

"She was a symbol for girls in Mozambique. That's why, I extend my condolences to all the Mozambican people, especially to Mozambican girls."

From BBC

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