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sicilian

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //sɪˈsɪɫiən// si·cil·ian

adj. relating to Sicily, a large island in Italy, or its people and culture.

adj. relating to the island of Sicily, its inhabitants, or their language and culture. Often used attributively to describe food, history, or regional customs.


SIMPLE

We enjoyed a delicious Sicilian dinner by the sea.

CONTEXTUAL

The restaurant specializes in Sicilian cuisine, featuring fresh seafood and citrus flavors typical of the island.

COMPLEX

The architecture of the cathedral reflects a unique Sicilian blend of Norman, Byzantine, and Arabic influences, testifying to the island's complex history of conquest.

Origin

From Latin Sicilia + -an. By surface analysis, Sicily + -an.

Usage

Typically capitalized as it is a proper adjective derived from a geographical location.

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