Balinese
adjective
of or relating to Bali, its people, or their language.
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balinese
British
/ ˌbɑːlɪˈniːz /
adjective
noun
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a native or inhabitant of Bali
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the language of the people of Bali, belonging to the Malayo-Polynesian family
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See Balinese cat
Usage
Balinese is used as a plural noun (a candidate favored by the Balinese ), but it's relatively rare as a singular noun (the candidate who is a Balinese ).
Other Word Forms
Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of Balinese
First recorded in 1810–20; from Dutch Balinees, equivalent to Bali Bali + -n- connective + -ees -ese
Example Sentences
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"What the defendant did offended the Balinese people, hurt their faith and provoked public outrage," the presiding judge said, according to the Associated Press.
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026
“Inspired by Balinese architecture and thoughtfully reimagined through a distinctly Californian lens, the residence celebrates natural materials, soaring timber ceilings, expansive walls of glass, and raw, textured stone,” the listing description notes.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 14, 2026
I didn’t know the first thing about Balinese customs, and I may have even tripped over one of the temple offerings on my way to the beach.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 10, 2023
At only 30, Maripaz has hands that fan and twist like a Balinese dancer’s, a wavering voice, and a stiff, awkward gait.
From New York Times ● May 23, 2023
The average American, for example, can distinguish easily between the verses and refrain of any pop song, but will have trouble recognizing what is going on in a piece of music for Balinese gamelan.
From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones
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