Sicilian

adjective

Si·​cil·​ian sə-ˈsil-yən 

: of, relating to, or characteristic of Sicily or its people

Sicilian noun

plural Sicilians

Examples of Sicilian in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

On August 2, 2017, Italian authorities lured the vessel into docking in Lampedusa before transferring it to the Sicilian port of Trapani, where it was seized. — Isabella Wandermurem, Time, 17 July 2026

Angel Delights, a Middle Eastern treat made with Sicilian pistachios, rosewater, wildflower honey and pure fruit extract, topped with powdered sugar. — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026

The Sicilian scenes were shot around the Castle of Santa Caterina; the siren sequence was set on Lipari. — Valentina Colosimo, Vanity Fair, 14 July 2026

Sculpt is launching Thursday with an event at a Sicilian marble quarry, with GHD eager to emphasize the tool’s creative power. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 9 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1616, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for Sicilian

• chilian