Swabian
/ˈsweɪbɪən/adjective
Relating to the medieval German duchy of Swabia or its inhabitants: a picturesque Swabian town...
- Within a few minutes, the sun had disappeared behind the tree-lined Swabian Alps.
- The house is a modern design, but still in the Swabian aesthetic, with trees and flowers all around.
- The use of Bavarian, Swabian, or even Franconian dialect in lyrics signaled increased regional self-awareness in the face of linguistic homogenization.
noun
A native or inhabitant of the medieval German duchy of Swabia: an old Swabian who has a pleasant face...
- Until 1987, I had never heard of the ethnic group called Danube Swabians.
- Swabians like lots of sauce, Martin told me, as he poured gravy sauce over his meat and potatoes.
- Swabians, who are from south-west Germany, are known for their strong work ethic.
