Samoan

noun

Sa·​mo·​an sə-ˈmō-ən How to pronounce Samoan (audio)
1
: a native or inhabitant of Samoa
2
: the Polynesian language of the Samoans
Samoan adjective

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Ah Loo was a Samoan fashion designer who appeared on season 17 of Project Runway back in 2019. EW.com, 16 June 2025 Ah Loo’s designs, which often featured colorful geometric patterns, were inspired by his Samoan heritage. Los Angeles Times, 16 June 2025 He is believed to be the first Samoan to compete on Project Runway. Greg Evans, Deadline, 16 June 2025 Standing at 6’7, Mane openly talks about his broad build– all thanks to his Samoan genetics, parenthood, and connection to his culture. Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for Samoan

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of Samoan was in 1839

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“Samoan.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Samoan. Accessed 24 Jun. 2025.

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