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Acadian

Description:

Acadian refers to anything related to the Acadians, a group of French-speaking people who settled in eastern Canada, particularly in the present-day Maritime provinces, after being expelled from Acadia (now Nova Scotia) by the British in the mid-18th century.

Senses/Usages:

Noun

1. A member or descendant of the Acadian people.
2. The French dialect spoken by the Acadians.

Adjective

1. Relating to the Acadians or their culture.
2. Relating to the French dialect spoken by the Acadians.

Examples:

Noun:

1. Many Acadians settled in Louisiana after leaving Acadia.
2. The Acadians have a unique and rich cultural heritage.

Adjective:

1. The Acadian community in Nova Scotia celebrates their traditions through music and dance.
2. She speaks Acadian French fluently, having grown up in a bilingual household.

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