Cypriot

American  

[sip-ree-uht] / ˈsɪp ri ət /

Also Cypriote

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Cyprus.

2. the Greek dialect of Cyprus.

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adjective

1. of, relating to, or characteristic of Cyprus, its people, or their language.

Cypriot British  

/ ˈsɪprɪət, ˈsɪprɪˌəʊt /

noun

1. a native, citizen, or inhabitant of Cyprus

2. the dialect of Ancient or Modern Greek spoken in Cyprus

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adjective

1. denoting or relating to Cyprus, its inhabitants, or dialects

Etymology

Origin of Cypriot

First recorded in 1590–1600, Cypriot is from the Greek word Kypriṓtēs

Example Sentences

The same year he obtained a Cypriot passport, in return for a minimum investment there of $2.5m, giving him easy access to the European Union.

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But while Celtic were enduring their calamity in Almaty, Red Star were left red-faced by Cypriot champions Pafos in the play-off.

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Luiz has so far made two substitute appearances in the Cypriot top flight.

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According to Cypriot police the blaze began in the village of Malia and more than 250 firefighters were deployed to battle the flames, which were fanned by strong winds and soaring temperatures.

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Neighbouring countries have been asked to support the firefighting effort by the Cypriot government.

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