Definition

Noun: A person who is a native or inhabitant of the Maldives, an island country in the Indian Ocean.

Usage

The word "Maldivan" is used to refer to a person from the Maldives. It functions as a demonym, which is a word for the people of a specific place. * The Maldivan welcomed the tourists with traditional music. * She is a Maldivan who now works as a diplomat abroad.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used attributively (like an adjective) to describe things relating to the people of the Maldives.
  • The festival showcased Maldivan culture and crafts.

Variants and Related Words

• Maldivian: This is a more common and often preferred synonym for "Maldivan." Both terms are generally considered acceptable.
• Dhivehin: This is the native term in the Maldivian language (Dhivehi) for the Maldivian people.

Synonyms

• Maldivian

Notes on Different Meanings

"Maldivan" is a demonym with a single, specific meaning related to nationality and origin. It does not have other unrelated definitions.

Noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Maldives