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Maldivian

British  
/ -dɪ-, mɔːlˈdɪvɪən, ˈmɔːldaɪvən /

adjective

  1. of or relating to the Maldives or their inhabitants

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

noun

  1. a native or inhabitant of the Maldives

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Example Sentences

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That is where the guide's body was found, in an earlier recovery operation by Maldivian authorities.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

The Maldivian rescue diver who died while searching for their bodies has also been named as Staff Sgt Mohamed Mahdhee.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

In a phone call with Lammy last December, Muizzu warned the deputy UK prime minister that "any transfer of the archipelago must account for Maldivian interests".

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

At Finolhu, travelers can learn traditional Maldivian handline fishing techniques.

From Salon • Mar. 14, 2026

Maldivian authorities worry about the impact of erosion and possible global warming on their low-lying country; 80% of the area is three feet or less above sea level.

From The 1998 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency

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