East Indian en · ADJ
Etymology
The senses whose referents include Southeast Asia are from East Ind(ies) + -ian. The sense specific to eastern India is from East Ind(ia) + -ian.
Meanings
- Of or pertaining to the people, products, or culture of Southeast Asia, particularly the Malay Archipelago, Sri Lanka, or India.
- (Canada, Caribbean) Of or pertaining to the people, products, or culture of India, or South Asia in general.
- Of or pertaining to the people, products, or culture of East India, the eastern region of India.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| more East Indian | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic | |
| most East Indian | Degree=Sup | lexicographic |