Caucasian
adjective/kaw.kɐˈzjɐnu/low
cau·ca·si·a·no
Definitions
1Relating to the Caucasus region between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea.
The Caucasian languages are known for their complex phonology.
The Caucasian Mountains form a significant natural barrier.
Common collocations
Caucasian populationCaucasian regionCaucasus Mountains
2Belonging to a light-skinned ethnic group, an outdated anthropological term.
Anthropological/racial usage is archaic and scientifically invalid.
The racial classification 'Caucasian' is considered obsolete by modern science.
The term 'Caucasian' has a problematic and imprecise history.
syn
Common collocations
Caucasian race
Etymology
Do topónimo Cáucaso + sufixo -iano.