adj
Mongolian
mong-GOH-lee-uhn
adj
1
Relating to Mongolia, its people, language, or culture.
"They sampled traditional Mongolian barbecue."
noun
1
A native or inhabitant of Mongolia, or the Mongolian language.
"She has been studying Mongolian for two years."
How to Use Mongolian
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRelating to Mongolia or its people and language, or a person/language from that country.
When to use it
Historically also used in the outdated and offensive medical term "Mongolian" for Down syndrome — that usage is obsolete and should not be used.
Word Forms
more Mongolian comparative, Mongolians plural, most Mongolian superlative
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Etymology
From "Mongolia" plus the adjective suffix "-an."