Ital·ian
ə-ˈtal-yən 
i-,
also
ˌī-
1
a
: a native or inhabitant of Italy
b
: a person of Italian descent
2
: the Romance language of the Italians
: of, relating to, or characteristic of Italy, the Italians, or Italian
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David Faris, Newsweek, 19 Jan. 2025
Although it is often overshadowed by the country’s wide range of indigenous grapes, Italian Chardonnay is definitely worthy of any serious wine lover’s attention.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 19 Jan. 2025
Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
Employment in the Vatican however is often sought-after by Italian Catholics: Aside from the sense of service to the church, Vatican employment offers tax-free benefits and access to below-market housing.
—CBS News, 21 Dec. 2024
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Noun
Other federal holidays include: New Year's Day Presidents' Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
July 4th
Labor Day
Columbus Day/Italian Heritage Day/Indigenous People's Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
History of MLK Jr.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 19 Jan. 2025
Although it is often overshadowed by the country’s wide range of indigenous grapes, Italian Chardonnay is definitely worthy of any serious wine lover’s attention.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 19 Jan. 2025
Adjective
The Italian tactician delivered La Liga, Spanish Super Cup, Champions League, UEFA Super Cup and Intercontinental Cup titles to the Bernabeu in this calendar year.
—Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
Employment in the Vatican however is often sought-after by Italian Catholics: Aside from the sense of service to the church, Vatican employment offers tax-free benefits and access to below-market housing.
—CBS News, 21 Dec. 2024
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“Italian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Italian. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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