-desis

1. a combining form meaning “the act of binding” and used in the formation of nouns, as in arthrodesis and syndesis.

Example Sentences

Madhure and hundreds of other “Desis,” as South Asians living abroad often refer to themselves, came together at a community center before Monday’s main convention session — responding with enthusiasm as politicos with similar roots described how their election had marked a first for their own communities in Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Wisconsin, Arizona and other states.

From Los Angeles Times

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and a handful of local politicians — as well as labor organizers like Los Deliveristas Unidos, Desis Rising Up & Moving and Movimiento de Repartidores de NYC.

From Seattle Times

"Here we go. The 'I don't see color' party aka @gop's ignorant dog whistler @AnnCoulter tells @NikkiHaley to 'go back to her country,' insults India & Hindus. Mocking cows while US pardons turkeys. Still wanna be conservative, Desis? This is how they see us," writer and producer Natasha Chandel weighed in.

From Salon

Despite the setbacks, strides have been made thanks to a collection of movies celebrating South Asian pride and showcasing Desis as individuals worthy of being desired and loved.

From Salon

In the attacks’ aftermath, the immigrant advocacy group Desis Rising Up and Moving, or DRUM, anticipated a rise in hate crimes and harassment.

From Seattle Times