Kuwaiti
Americannoun
adjective
adjective
noun
Etymology
Origin of Kuwaiti
First recorded in 1925–30; from Arabic Kuwaytī, equivalent to Kuwayt Kuwait + -ī a suffix indicating relationship or origin
Example Sentences
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"Kuwaiti air defenses are currently confronting hostile missile and drone attacks," the Kuwaiti Armed Forces said in a statement shared to X, asking the public to adhere to security instructions.
From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2026
On Wednesday, one Indian national was killed and 63 other people were injured, according to Indian authorities and Kuwaiti state media, during an attack by Iran.
From Barron's ● Jun. 4, 2026
"At dawn today, the armed forces detected a number of hostile drones in Kuwaiti airspace, which were dealt with in accordance with established procedures," the military posted.
From Barron's ● May 10, 2026
In 1987, with the U.S. highly dependent on Mideast crude and with Kuwaiti tankers coming under attack by Iran, Reagan agreed to reflag 11 Kuwaiti tankers as U.S. vessels and provide escorts for their protection.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 5, 2026
They had just brought Kuwaiti oil to Japan, and were returning to Kuwait for more.
From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers
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