Philippine Definition & Meaning

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Philippine American [fil-uh-peen, fil-uh-peen] / ˈfɪl əˌpin, ˌfɪl əˈpin /

adjective

1. of or relating to the Philippines or their inhabitants; Filipino.

Philippine British / ˈfɪlɪˌpiːn /

adjective

1. another word for Filipino

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Other Word Forms

• anti-Philippine adjective
• pro-Philippine adjective

Example Sentences

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Millions have been affected by heavy rains across South-East Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines.

From BBC

Indonesia's consulate in Hong Kong said at least seven of its nationals had died from the fire, while the Philippines' consulate said one of its citizens had.

From BBC

A Philippine overseas worker also died in the blaze, Manila's consulate said separately on Saturday.

From Barron's

Thousands massed in the Philippine capital on Sunday demanding accountability over a multi-billion-dollar infrastructure scandal that has seen scores of officials, lawmakers and construction firm owners accused of corruption.

From Barron's

Meteorologists have said the extreme weather in South East Asia may have been caused by the interaction of Typhoon Koto in the Philippines and the rare formation of Cyclone Senyar in the Malacca Strait.

From BBC

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