Bahamian

adjective

Ba·​ha·​mi·​an bə-ˈhā-mē-ən How to pronounce Bahamian (audio)
-ˈhä-
: of, relating to, or characteristic of the Bahamas or their people
Bahamian noun
plural Bahamians

Examples of Bahamian in a Sentence

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The man who was killed when another driver wanted by Miami-Dade deputies blew a stop sign during a traffic stop Wednesday night was a celebrated Bahamian artist visiting South Florida, the country’s government confirmed. — David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2026 But the Bahamian government, concerned about environmental effects, turned the ship away. — Michele Metych Britannica Editors Sep. 1, Encyclopedia Britannica, 1 Sep. 2026 He was initially detained and questioned then released from Bahamian custody in April. — Kelsie Cairns, FOXNews.com, 29 Aug. 2026 The Disney Dream will also sail three- and four-night Bahamian cruises before repositioning to Fort Lauderdale in November 2027. — Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for Bahamian

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Bahamian was in 1839

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“Bahamian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Bahamian. Accessed 7 Sep. 2026.

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