Japanese
noun
-ˈnēs\
Definition of Japanese
1a : a native or inhabitant of Japan
b : a person of Japanese descent
2 : the language of the Japanese
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17 English Words that Come From Japanese
17 English Words that Come From Japanese
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The first known use of Japanese was in 1613
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Japanese
noun
English Language Learners Definition of Japanese
the Japanese : the people of Japan : Japanese people
: the language of the Japanese
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adjective
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Kids Definition of Japanese
(Entry 1 of 2)
: of or relating to Japan, its people, or the Japanese language
Japanese
nounKids Definition of Japanese (Entry 2 of 2)
1 : a person born or living in Japan
2 : the language of the Japanese
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