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gitan

Gypsy

noun zhee-TAN Rare

Usage Note

Gitan refers specifically to Spanish-origin Roma people and is closely associated with flamenco culture in southern France and Spain. The feminine is gitane, and Gitane (capitalised) is also a well-known brand of French cigarettes. Some communities find the term offensive; Rom or Manouche may be preferred depending on context.

Examples

"Les gitans campaient près du fleuve."

Natural Translation

The Gypsies were camping near the river.

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