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Definition of finlander

finlander

/ˈfɪn.lən.dɚ/
Fin · land · er
Plural:Finlanders
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Adjective:Finnish
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finlander Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A native or inhabitant of Finland, or a person of Finnish descent.

Example

"The visiting delegation included a prominent Finlander who spoke passionately about sustainable forestry."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While "Finn" is the standard modern English demonym, "Finlander" is occasionally used in historical or ethnographic contexts to refer to any citizen of Finland regardless of whether they are ethnically Finnish or Swedish-speaking.

• Nearby Words

fink
finke
finland
finlander
finlike
finn
finna

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Finlander. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/finlander
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