Amazonian

adjective

Am·​a·​zo·​nian ˌa-mə-ˈzō-nē-ən How to pronounce Amazonian (audio)
-nyən
1
: relating to, resembling, or befitting an Amazon or an amazon
2
: of or relating to the Amazon River or its valley

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From Amazonian expeditions to kid-friendly European voyages, these cruises have something for every kind of traveler. Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Dec. 2024 They’re designed to support you while walking, commuting, or running errands with an Amazonian rubber and foam insole that cushions your feet. Nicol Natale, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024 Inspired by the Amazonian rainforest at dawn, this boasts a sensually exotic smell similar to the natural resin found in the Brazilian jungle. Janelle Okwodu, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2024 The beauty brand is currently offering a handful of early Black Friday deals on some of their best-selling makeup products like the Shape Tape Concealer and the Amazonian Clay Waterproof Bronzer. Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 20 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for Amazonian 

Word History

First Known Use

1594, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of Amazonian was in 1594

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“Amazonian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Amazonian. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.

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Amazonian

adjective
Am·​a·​zo·​nian ˌam-ə-ˈzō-nē-ən How to pronounce Amazonian (audio)
-ˈzō-nyən
1
: of or resembling an Amazon
2
: of or relating to the Amazon River or its valley
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