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

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

It was made of pinot beurot, the Burgundian name for pinot gris, which is legally permitted in Burgundy but rarely seen.

From New York Times • May 7, 2020

Lameloise’s food was traditional Burgundian haute cuisine updated with nouvelle touches.

From The New Yorker • Nov. 18, 2019

C "Now both are hither wending, the thralls of Siegfried's hand; Chief ne'er such countless captives brought to Burgundian land, As now to Rhine are coming, o'ermastered by his might."

From The Nibelungenlied Revised Edition by Unknown