Micronesian
noun
Mi·cro·ne·sian
ˌmī-krə-ˈnē-zhən 
-shən
1
: a native or inhabitant of Micronesia or of the Federated States of Micronesia
2
: a group of Austronesian languages spoken in the Micronesian islands
Micronesian
adjective
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For the first time, the Marshall Islands will host the 10th Micronesian Games, showcasing sports and cultural practices like coconut tree husking to beach volleyball.
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Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 14 Aug. 2023
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“Micronesian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Micronesian. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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