Dictionary.com
Thesaurus.com

Burgundian

American  
[ber-guhn-dee-uhn] / bərˈgʌn di ən /

adjective

  1. of or relating to Burgundy or its people.


noun

  1. a native or inhabitant of Burgundy.

Burgundian British  
/ bɜːˈɡʌndɪən /

adjective

  1. of or relating to Burgundy or its inhabitants

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

noun

  1. a native or inhabitant of Burgundy

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of Burgundian

First recorded in 1570–80; Burgundy + -an

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

If the language of the edict seemed needlessly vindictive, perhaps it was because this war was personal to Philip, a keen economic steward who had worked assiduously to develop Burgundian wine production.

From Salon • Aug. 26, 2024

Nearly 20 years on, Pursued by Bear has added several vintages to its roster, including a “magic” chardonnay made in a lighter Burgundian style.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 16, 2024

Mr. Jensen’s license plate read “Mr Pinot,” as he had been nicknamed in Burgundy, where he was considered an honorary Burgundian.

From New York Times • Jun. 15, 2022

They are among several Burgundian producers who are exploring less expensive land in the south of France in an effort to produce great value wines.

From Washington Post • Dec. 20, 2019

Exits, importance of, 8 Fakenham, 349, 390 Fairfax, 150, 196 Fairlop Oak, the, 146 Falstaff, 209 Falstolf, Sir John, 97, 320 Farmer's Year, A, 308 Felix the Burgundian, 162, 151 Felixstowe, 151 et seq.

From Through East Anglia in a Motor Car by Vincent, J. E. (James Edmund)

Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "Burgundian" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com