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annamites

 

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Noun annamite has 1 sense
  1. Vietnamese, Annamese, Annamite - the Mon-Khmer language spoken in Vietnam
    --1 is a kind of Mon-Khmer

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Annamites

Description:

Annamites refers to the people, language, and culture of the Annamite Range, a mountain range in Southeast Asia. It can also specifically denote the people of Vietnam.

Part of speech:

  • Noun: Annamites
  • Adjective: Annamite

Sense 1: Annamites as a people, language, and culture

As a noun, Annamites refers to the people, language, and culture of the Annamite Range in Southeast Asia. The Annamite people have a rich history and unique traditions.

Example sentence: The Annamites have a distinct cultural heritage, with influences from both Chinese and Southeast Asian traditions.

Sense 2: Annamites as the people of Vietnam

When referring to the people of Vietnam, Annamites can be used as a noun or an adjective. It denotes the indigenous population of Vietnam, who are predominantly of the Vietic branch of the Austroasiatic language family.

Example sentence (noun): The Annamites have a long history of resisting foreign domination.

Example sentence (adjective): Traditional Annamite clothing is known for its vibrant colors and intricate embroidery.

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