Lebanese

/ˌlɛbəˈniːz/ adjective

Definition

Relating to Lebanon, its people, culture, or language.

Etymology

From 'Lebanon' (from Semitic 'laban' meaning 'white,' referring to the snow-capped mountains) plus the English suffix '-ese' for nationality. Used to describe anything from that Mediterranean country.

Kelly Says

Lebanese cuisine is one of the world's most celebrated—hummus, falafel, and tabbouleh—and linguistically, Lebanese Arabic is so different from other Arabic dialects that Lebanese people often feel they have their own distinct language!

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