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Hainish

Part of speech: Adjective

Definition: Pertaining to or characteristic of the Hainish, a fictional interstellar alliance in the works of science fiction writer Ursula K. Le Guin.

Example sentence: The Hainish civilization played a central role in Le Guin's influential novels.

Part of speech: Noun

Definition: A member or inhabitant of the Hainish planetary alliance.

Example sentence: The protagonist, an extraordinary Hainish diplomat, worked towards intergalactic peace.

Part of speech: Noun

Definition: The language or dialect spoken by the Hainish people.

Example sentence: Learning Hainish can greatly facilitate communication within the diverse Hainish community.

Part of speech: Adjective

Definition: Pertaining to any planet, species, or civilization connected to the Hainish alliance.

Example sentence: The Hainish worlds offered a fascinating variety of cultures and technologies.

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