Kuwaiti
Americannoun
adjective
adjective
noun
Etymology
Origin of Kuwaiti
First recorded in 1925–30; from Arabic Kuwaytī, equivalent to Kuwayt Kuwait + -ī a suffix indicating relationship or origin
Example Sentences
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The attacks spurred the Kuwaiti government over the weekend to launch an ad campaign calling on residents to reduce their water and power usage, especially during peak hours between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 21, 2026
“A Kuwaiti oil tanker was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz northeast of Oman by an unknown projectile,” ANZ Research analysts say in a research report.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 2026
It was the second attack on a Kuwaiti power and water plant in as many days, with the first on Friday causing a fire and damage.
From Barron's ● Jul. 18, 2026
"Kuwaiti air defenses are currently confronting hostile missile and drone attacks," the Kuwaiti Armed Forces said in a statement shared to X, asking the public to adhere to security instructions.
From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2026
They had just brought Kuwaiti oil to Japan, and were returning to Kuwait for more.
From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers
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