Orleanian

1 of 2

adjective

Or·​lea·​nian
(ˈ)ȯ(r)¦lēnyən,
-ēnēən
1
: of, relating to, or characteristic of New Orleans, Louisiana
2
: of, relating to, or characteristic of the people of New Orleans

Orleanian

2 of 2

noun

"
plural -s
: a native or resident of New Orleans : new orleanian

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

New Orleans, Louisiana + English -ian (adjective suffix)

Noun

New Orleans + English -ian (noun suffix)

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“Orleanian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Orleanian. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.

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