Mozambican
Americannoun
adjective
adjective
noun
Etymology
Origin of Mozambican
1870–75; Mozambique ( def. ) + -an
Example Sentences
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While the South African police statement confirmed the killings of the two Mozambican men, Maputo said five of its citizens had been killed.
From BBC ● Jun. 2, 2026
Magri hit the post and Nene, attempting to clear, managed only to steer the ball into the Mozambican net.
From Barron's ● Dec. 31, 2025
Flohr, 38, says her favorite adventure is sailing on a traditional Mozambican dhow, or fishing boat, to a remote island nearby, where a picnic awaits.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 9, 2025
The task force comprised Mozambican armed forces responsible for protecting the infrastructure of the gas site whose operations were suspended following the 2021 jihadist attack.
From Barron's ● Nov. 18, 2025
Zambian Leonard Phiri and Mozambican Jasten Mabulesse Candunde were convicted under the Witchcraft Act after being arrested in December with charms in their possession, including a live chameleon.
From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2025
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