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Australians

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/ɔːˈstreɪliənz/

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/ɒˈstreɪliənz/

(Australian)

Relating to Australia

Base FormPluralNoun
AustralianaustraliansAustralians
Etymology
Etymology Information

'Australian' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'australis,' where 'australis' meant 'southern.'

Historical Evolution

'Australis' transformed into the English word 'Australian,' referring to the people of the southern continent, Australia.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'southern,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'people from Australia.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

people from Australia or of Australian descent.

Australians are known for their love of sports and outdoor activities.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/04/07 08:27