noun
Klingon
KLIH-ngon
Klingon (noun) means a member of a fictional warrior alien species in the Star Trek universe. Example: “The Klingons in the episode challenged the crew to single combat.”
noun
1
A member of a fictional warrior alien species in the Star Trek universe.
"The Klingons in the episode challenged the crew to single combat."
2
The constructed language spoken by Klingons in Star Trek.
"A few dedicated fans have actually learned to speak Klingon."
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Etymology
Coined for the Star Trek franchise; the constructed language was later developed in detail by linguist Marc Okrand for the 1982 film Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan.
Class of 1982
Klingon joined the language around 1982.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Klingon” mean?
The word “Klingon” means a member of a fictional warrior alien species in the Star Trek universe.
How do you pronounce “Klingon”?
“Klingon” is pronounced KLIH-ngon (/ˈklɪŋɑn/ in IPA).
How do you use “Klingon” in a sentence?
Here is “Klingon” used in a sentence: “The Klingons in the episode challenged the crew to single combat.”
What part of speech is “Klingon”?
“Klingon” is a noun.
Where does the word “Klingon” come from?
The word “Klingon” dates back to around 1982. Coined for the Star Trek franchise; the constructed language was later developed in detail by linguist Marc Okrand for the 1982 film Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan.
How many meanings does “Klingon” have?
“Klingon” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a member of a fictional warrior alien species in the Star Trek universe.
