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Lisboan

nounmasculine/feminineregional/aɫfɐˈsiɲɐ/medium

al·fa·ci·nha

Definition

Affectionate or informal designation for a native or inhabitant of the city of Lisbon.
As a true Lisboan, he knows all the best fado houses.
The Lisboans are known for their love of the Tagus river.

Etymology

Do árabe 'al-hass' (a erva), por alusão ao cultivo de alfaces nos arredores de Lisboa.

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