Samoan

[suh-moh-uhn]

adjective

1. pertaining to Samoa or its Polynesian people.

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Samoa.

2. the Polynesian language of Samoa.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Samoan¹

First recorded in 1840–50; Samo(a) + -an

Example Sentences

Anoa’i — who is part of the legendary Samoan wrestling family that also includes Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and current Word Wrestling Entertainment star Roman Reigns — has not responded to multiple requests for comment.

From Los Angeles Times

All 75 people aboard were successfully rescued from the vessel as it began listing off the coast of the Samoan island Upolu exactly a year ago.

From BBC

The second round of fixtures also featured two thrilling games in York, a historic try, a memorable moment for Samoan rugby and a historic try for Brazil.

From BBC

“You know, I have Samoan culture, we’re always together,” Iamaleava said at Big Ten media days, “and that was a very important thing for me.”

From Los Angeles Times

Born in Leeds to a Samoan father and a Kiwi mother, Feaunati, who spent time growing up in New Zealand, had the choice of playing for three different international sides.

From BBC