Korean

American  

[kuh-ree-uhn, kaw-, koh-] / kəˈri ən, kɔ-, koʊ- /

adjective

1. of or relating to Korea, its inhabitants, or their language.

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noun

1. a native or inhabitant of South Korea or North Korea.

2. the language of South Korea or North Korea. Kor

Etymology

Origin of Korean

First recorded in 1605–15; Kore(a) + -an

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Example Sentences

Reflection recently committed several billion dollars to build models customized for the Korean language in a deal with South Korean conglomerate Shinsegae Group.

From The Wall Street Journal

South Korean and Western intelligence agencies have estimated that the North has sent thousands of soldiers to Russia, primarily to the Kursk region, along with artillery shells, missiles and rocket systems.

From Barron's

The South Korean chip maker is ramping up its advanced-chip production capability in response to surging demand fueled by artificial intelligence.

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They note that the South Korean chemical company holds about one month of naphtha inventory, and difficulties in procurement could lead to lower factory utilization in 2Q.

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Under South Korean law, Shin should undergo a hearing at the National Assembly before his formal appointment.

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