Meaning of Congolese in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions
  3. Qualitative Adjective
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌkɑŋɡəˈliz/

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  1. Noun

    Congolese

    Definitions

    1. a native or inhabitant of the Republic of the Congo

  2. Qualitative Adjective

    Congolese

    Etymology

    from French Congolais

    Definitions

    1. of or relating to or characteristic of the Congo region or its people

    Examples

    • « Congolese rulers »
    • « the Congolese republic »

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