italian

adj. coming from or related to Italy, its people, or its culture.

adj. relating to Italy, its inhabitants, or their culture.

“We went to a wonderful Italian restaurant for my birthday dinner.”

“The exhibition showcases Italian Renaissance art, focusing on the technical innovations of Florentine painters during the fifteenth century.”

n. the language that people speak in Italy.

n. the Romance language spoken primarily in Italy, San Marino, and parts of Switzerland.

“She is learning Italian because she wants to move to Rome next year.”

“While he was fluent in Spanish, he found the melodic cadence of Italian quite different to master.”

n. a person who comes from Italy.

n. a native or inhabitant of Italy, or a person of Italian descent.

“My neighbor is an Italian who moved here ten years ago.”

“The club was founded by a group of Italians who wanted to preserve their culinary traditions in the new city.”

n. a type of long sandwich filled with meats, cheese, and vegetables.

n. a regional term for a submarine-style sandwich, typically containing ham, cheese, and vegetables.

“I grabbed an Italian for lunch at the local deli.”

“In certain parts of New England, ordering an 'Italian' specifically implies a sandwich served on a long crusty roll with oil and pickles.”

American English · Dialect · Informal