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Indian

Definition:

Indian can refer to someone or something that is related to India or the Indian subcontinent.

Parts of Speech:

1. Noun

a. A native or inhabitant of India.
b. A member of any of the indigenous peoples of the Americas.
c. (historical) A member of the original inhabitants of the West Indies, the Caribbean Islands, or the aboriginal people of America.

2. Adjective

a. Relating to or from India or the Indian subcontinent.
b. (historical) Relating to the indigenous peoples of the Americas or West Indies.
c. (chiefly US) Of or relating to American Indian or Native American peoples or their culture or languages.

Sample Sentences:

As a Noun:

a. He is an Indian who moved to the United States from Mumbai.
b. The Indians lived in harmony with nature.
c. Christopher Columbus mistakenly called the Native Americans "Indians" when he arrived in the Americas.

As an Adjective:

a. She loves Indian cuisine, especially spicy curries.
b. Our college hosted an Indian cultural event showcasing various traditional dances.
c. Native American languages are considered Indian languages.

Possible Related Products:

• Indian Cookbook
• Indian Spices
• Indian Cultural History
• Native American Art