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liberian

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌɫaɪˈbɪˌɹiən// liberi·an

adj. relating to the country of Liberia in West Africa or its people.

adj. relating to the Republic of Liberia, its inhabitants, or their culture. Often used attributively to modify nouns related to nationality, geography, or politics.


SIMPLE

We enjoyed a delicious Liberian meal last night.

CONTEXTUAL

The Liberian government is working to improve the country's infrastructure and education system.

COMPLEX

Scholars often examine the unique Liberian history of settlement by formerly enslaved people from the United States, which significantly influenced the nation's early political structures.

Origin

From Liberia + -an.

Usage

Typically precedes the noun it modifies; capitalised in all contexts.

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