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Sevillian

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Se·​vil·​lian | \ sə̇ˈvilyən \

Definition of Sevillian

 (Entry 1 of 2)

1 : of, relating to, or characteristic of Seville, Spain
2 : of, relating to, or characteristic of the people of Seville

Sevillian

noun
\ " \
plural -s

Definition of Sevillian (Entry 2 of 2)

: a native or resident of Seville, Spain

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History and Etymology for Sevillian

Adjective

Spanish sevillano, adjective & noun, from Sevilla Seville + Spanish -ano -an

Noun

Spanish sevillano

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“Sevillian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Sevillian. Accessed 30 Sep. 2020.

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