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maltese

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //mɔɫˈtiz// mal·tese

adj. relating to the country of Malta, its people, or its language.

adj. relating to the Mediterranean island nation of Malta, its inhabitants, or its Semitic language. Often used to describe cultural, linguistic, or national identity.


SIMPLE

I love eating traditional Maltese bread.

CONTEXTUAL

The Maltese government recently introduced new laws to protect the local fishing industry from international competition.

COMPLEX

The Maltese archipelago has a rich history influenced by various Mediterranean powers, resulting in a unique cultural blend that is evident in its architecture and language.

Synonyms
Origin

From Malta + -ese.

Usage

Typically used attributively before a noun; when referring to the language, it is used as a proper noun.

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