polynesian
/ˌpɑlɪˈniʒən/
adjective
- Relating to Polynesia, a region of the Pacific Ocean including islands such as Hawaii, Samoa, Tonga, and Tahiti, or its people or languages.
- Polynesian navigation techniques allowed ancient sailors to travel vast distances across the ocean.
- The Polynesian islands are known for their beautiful beaches and rich culture.
- She learned traditional Polynesian dance during her trip to Tahiti.
noun
- A person from Polynesia.
- Many Polynesians have a strong connection to the ocean and their ancestral traditions.
- He is a Polynesian who grew up in New Zealand but traces his roots to Samoa.
- The festival featured performances by Polynesians from several different islands.
- The group of languages spoken in Polynesia, including Hawaiian, Samoan, Tongan, and Maori.
- She is studying Polynesian at the university to better understand her heritage.
- Polynesian is a branch of the larger Austronesian language family.
- Many words in Polynesian are similar across different islands.