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Nassauvian|nəˈsɔːvɪən|
Also Nassavian.
[f. Nassau, capital city of the Bahama islands + -ian.]
A native or inhabitant of Nassau. Also attrib. or as adj.
1924F. Holmes Bahamas during Gt. War xii. 121 On May 29th [1917], greatly to the satisfaction of all Nassauvians, the Lighting Restrictions were..suspended. 1928R. A. Curry Bahamian Lore vi. 64 Along the side⁓walks of Bay Street you will meet..the Nassauvian in white clothes. 1961I. Fleming Thunderball xii. 126 A discussion about the merits of Nassavian labour... The Chief of Immigration and Customs was a sleek Nassavian with quick brown eyes. 1973Listener 16 Aug. 202/2 Nassauvians generally have a care for their visitors' feelings. |