Ital·ian
ə-ˈtal-yən 
i-,
also
ˌī-
1
a
: a native or inhabitant of Italy
b
: a person of Italian descent
2
: the Romance language of the Italians
: of, relating to, or characteristic of Italy, the Italians, or Italian
Examples of Italian in a Sentence
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Patrick Frater, Variety, 9 Oct. 2024
And producing the Dodge Hornet in North America—rather than in an Italian Stellantis plant, then shipped to the U.S., as is now the case—and lowering its cost would make the compact SUV more attractive to buyers seeking their first crossover or family vehicle, further boosting Dodge’s appeal.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 7 Oct. 2024
Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024
The Italian linens label debuted the latest designs in its bespoke collection of customizable bedding, tableware, and bath linens—all on luxurious view inside the expansive M/Y Frette yacht.
—Alia Akkam, Architectural Digest, 10 Oct. 2024
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Noun
Some of the Italian production companies have already found Korean partners who are interested in shooting in Italy Nov. 15-18, Stabile and his team will be in Seoul for Italian Screens, an initiative from the country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Culture.
—Patrick Frater, Variety, 9 Oct. 2024
And producing the Dodge Hornet in North America—rather than in an Italian Stellantis plant, then shipped to the U.S., as is now the case—and lowering its cost would make the compact SUV more attractive to buyers seeking their first crossover or family vehicle, further boosting Dodge’s appeal.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 7 Oct. 2024
Adjective
Sweet potato gnocchi with sage butter, a perfect mashup of his Italian roots and classic American flavors.
—Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024
The Italian linens label debuted the latest designs in its bespoke collection of customizable bedding, tableware, and bath linens—all on luxurious view inside the expansive M/Y Frette yacht.
—Alia Akkam, Architectural Digest, 10 Oct. 2024
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“Italian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Italian. Accessed 22 Oct. 2024.
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