Nipponese

adjective

Nip·​pon·​ese ˌni-pə-ˈnēz How to pronounce Nipponese (audio) -ˈnēs How to pronounce Nipponese (audio)
Nipponese noun

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This dialogue between Japan and France commenced in 1854 when Japanese ports reopened after two centuries to Western trade, enabling a flow of Nipponese aesthetics and craftsmanship into France and a mutual admiration society began. Lee Sharrock, Forbes, 23 Nov. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Nippon, Japan

First Known Use

1859, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Nipponese was in 1859

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“Nipponese.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Nipponese. Accessed 8 Dec. 2024.

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Nipponese

adjective
Nip·​pon·​ese ˌnip-ə-ˈnēz How to pronounce Nipponese (audio) -ˈnēs How to pronounce Nipponese (audio)
: of or relating to Japan or Japanese : japanese
Nipponese noun
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