Laotian

noun

Lao·​tian lā-ˈō-shən  ˈlau̇-shən 

1

: a native or inhabitant of Laos

also : lao sense 1

2

: lao sense 2

Laotian adjective

Examples of Laotian in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Thai plus Laotian equals something special at Padaek in Arlington Ceibo is a neighborhood draw that deploys a few fine-dining tricks, like sending out a gift from the kitchen once you’re seated. —Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 24 Nov. 2023

While nearly 75% of Taiwanese Americans have a bachelor’s degree, the number is less than 20% for those who are Hmong, Cambodian, or Laotian. —Usha Lee McFarling, STAT, 21 Nov. 2023

For superb Laotian and other Southeast Asian food, go to Lao Lane Xang or Lao Lane Xang 2, which are across the street from each other. —R.o. Kwon, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Nov. 2023

The Laotian Embassy in Washington did not respond to a request for comment. —Shibani Mahtani, Washington Post, 12 Oct. 2023

Neither China’s Foreign Ministry or the Laotian Embassy in Washington responded to a requests for comment. —Christian Shepherd, Washington Post, 11 Aug. 2023

Data shows that 29% of Vietnamese, 18% of Laotian and 16% of Cambodian American adults have bachelor’s degrees or higher, compared to 54% of Asian Americans overall. —Kimmy Yam, NBC News, 30 June 2023

The Pew Study disaggregated ethnic data to show at the top end, Indians sat at 75% for college attainment rates while Bhutanese and Laotian were at 15% and 18%, respectively. —Time, 29 June 2023

Papaya Tree offers a simple menu of Laotian, Thai and Vietnamese classics and is one of my favorite roving kitchens. —Mara Severin | Eating Out, Anchorage Daily News, 6 Apr. 2023

Word History

Etymology

probably from French laotien, adjective & noun, from Lao

First Known Use

1847, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

Laotian

noun

Lao·​tian lā-ˈō-shən  ˈlau̇-shən 

1

: a person born or living in Laos

also : lao sense 1

2

: lao sense 2

Laotian adjective