New Zealander

noun

New Zea·​land·​er ˈzē-lən-dər 

plural New Zealanders

: a native or inhabitant of New Zealand

Examples of New Zealander in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

A number of his former costars and famous friends left comments sharing their condolences, remembering the New Zealander as a talented actor and a national treasure. — Adam England, PEOPLE, 14 July 2026

The New Zealander drew international acclaim for roles as gruff loners and unhinged villains. — Harrison Smith, Washington Post, 13 July 2026

And there was plenty to talk about, from fan-favorite Reece Weaver's surprising retirement to the addition of Faith Ward, the first-ever New Zealander to join DCC. — Joelle Goldstein, USA Today, 17 June 2026

The bird belongs to the coat of arms of Sir Edmund Hillary, a New Zealander, who was part of the first team to conquer Mount Everest. — Helen Lewis, The Atlantic, 9 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1770, in the meaning defined above