Zealander
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/ˈziːləndər/
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/ˈziːləndə/
New Zealand inhabitant
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Zealander' originates from 'New Zealand', specifically the name 'Zealand', which is derived from the Dutch province 'Zeeland'.
Historical Evolution
'Zeeland' transformed into the English name 'New Zealand', and eventually the term 'Zealander' was coined to refer to its inhabitants.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to people from the Dutch province 'Zeeland', but over time it evolved to refer to inhabitants of 'New Zealand'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a native or inhabitant of New Zealand.
She met a Zealander during her trip to Auckland.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/03/05 04:51