Magyar
Americannoun
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a member of the ethnic group, of Finno-Ugric descent, that constitutes the majority of the population of Hungary.
adjective
noun
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a member of the predominant ethnic group of Hungary, also found in NW Siberia
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the Hungarian language
adjective
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of or relating to the Magyars or their language
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sewing of or relating to a style of sleeve cut in one piece with the bodice
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Etymology
Origin of Magyar
First recorded in 1790–1800; from Hungarian; the name of the most prominent of the seven original seminomadic tribes
Example Sentences
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Magyar hopes the cash will help kickstart Hungary's flagging economy.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
Magyar said he had long argued that EU funds would begin to flow if Hungary accepted anti-corruption measures and rules against cronyism.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
The money unlocked by the Commission would finance the health, transport and education sectors, Magyar explained.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
On Wednesday evening, Magyar is expected in Austria, where economic cooperation and migration policy will be key topics.
From Barron's • May 20, 2026
“Bisguier also my second,” parroted Bobby, trying to duplicate Benko’s Magyar accent.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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