Indonesian
noun
a member of the ethnic group consisting of the natives of Indonesia, the Filipinos, and the Malays of Malaysia.
Indonesians
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pluralof Indonesian.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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"There's nothing left. I could only save myself and take my kids with me... I panicked and didn't have the time to grab anything," said Leni, who like many Indonesians has one name.
From Barron's ● Oct. 14, 2026
The extra cash "really helps, especially to pay for my children's college", said 50-year-old Octavius, who like many Indonesians uses a single name.
From Barron's ● Sep. 17, 2026
The Japanese were occupiers, but they made concessions unlike anything the Dutch had offered—opening government positions to Indonesians and ultimately allowing displays of the Indonesian flag and performances of its national anthem.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
Indonesians made up the largest group of participants, holding nearly 25% of the tickets, it said.
From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026
The province is now governed by Indonesians, for Indonesians.
From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond
