Meaning of Iraqi in English

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

  1. Pronunciation

    /ɪˈrɑki/

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  1. Noun

    Iraqi

    Definitions

    1. a native or inhabitant of Iraq

    Examples

    • « the majority of Iraqi are Arab Shiite Muslims although Sunni Muslims control the government »

  2. Qualitative Adjective

    Iraqi

    Definitions

    1. of or relating to Iraq or its people or culture

    Examples

    • « Iraqi oil »
    • « iraqi terrorists »

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