formosan
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of or relating to or characteristic of the island republic on Taiwan or its residents or their language
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the Austronesian languages spoken on Formosa
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Formosan generally refers to something originating from or associated to Taiwan, historically known as Formosa. In specific contexts, it may refer to the Formosan languages, indigenous languages spoken in Taiwan, or the Formosan people, indigenous groups who live in Taiwan. The term can also refer to specific animal species native to Taiwan, such as the Formosan Black Bear or Formosan Rock Macaque.
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An inhabitant, resident, or a person of descent from Formosa.
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