mainlander
|main-land-er|
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/ˈmeɪnˌlændər/
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/ˈmeɪnˌlændə/
person from the mainland
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mainlander' originates from the English word 'mainland,' specifically the word 'main,' where 'main' meant 'principal' or 'chief.'
Historical Evolution
'mainland' changed from the Old English word 'mægenland' and eventually became the modern English word 'mainland.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the principal land,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person from the mainland.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who lives on the main part of a continent or large landmass, as opposed to an island.
The islanders often refer to those from the continent as mainlanders.
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Last updated: 2025/05/07 05:06