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Cantonese

noun
Can·​ton·​ese | \ ˌkan-tə-ˈnēz How to pronounce Cantonese (audio) , -ˈnēs\
plural Cantonese

Definition of Cantonese

1 : a native or inhabitant of Guangzhou, China
2 : the dialect of Chinese spoken in Guangzhou and Hong Kong
3 : a style of Chinese cooking that emphasizes fresh ingredients, subtle tastes, and relatively mild sauces

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Cantonese adjective

First Known Use of Cantonese

1857, in the meaning defined at sense 1

History and Etymology for Cantonese

Canton Guangzhou, ultimately from Portuguese Cantão, from Chinese (Guangzhou) Gwóngdūng Guangdong

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