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

Example Sentences

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

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

Unlike most Burgundian vineyards, which are divided among numerous owners working side by side, the Clos de la Perrière is a “monopole,” owned entirely by the Joliet family.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 14, 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

X Then first the good Burgundian the valiant Gernot spake.

From The Nibelungenlied Revised Edition by Unknown