Burgundian

American  

[ber-guhn-dee-uhn] / bərˈgʌn di ən /

adjective

1. of or relating to Burgundy or its people.

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noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Burgundy.

Burgundian British  

/ bɜːˈɡʌndɪən /

adjective

1. of or relating to Burgundy or its inhabitants

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noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Burgundy

Etymology

Origin of Burgundian

First recorded in 1570–80; Burgundy + -an

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Example Sentences

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Burgundian

While others were perfecting their sourdough loaves or getting into bird-watching during the pandemic, Facundo Monteiro Kempf, a 35-year-old who works in cybersecurity for Microsoft, was memorizing Burgundian vineyard classifications.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026

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

Consequently at her death in 1436, as she left no Accession of the Burgundian Dynasty.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 5 "Hinduism" to "Home, Earls of" by Various

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