French Canadian

noun

1. a descendant of the early French colonists of Canada.
2. the language of the French Canadians.
3. one of a Canadian breed of small, dark-brown dairy cattle, raised chiefly in Quebec.

French Canadian

noun

1. a Canadian citizen whose native language is French

adjective

1. of or relating to French Canadians or their language

Word History and Origins

Origin of French Canadian¹

First recorded in 1750–60

Example Sentences

Being a French Canadian born in Montreal and raised on maple syrup, this writer can confirm Martindale and company utterly nailed “The Sticky.”

From Los Angeles Times

She reached over the railing to embrace the French Canadian singer and seemingly shed tears while doing so.

From Los Angeles Times

As noted by The Wrap, this was not the first time that the former president has crossed paths — politically speaking — with the French Canadian star.

From Salon

“I’m honored to have performed tonight, for the Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony, and so full of joy to be back in one of my very favorite cities!” the French Canadian superstar wrote Friday on Instagram.

From Los Angeles Times

This gorgeous French Canadian drama opens with two orbs of light approaching the camera in a dark, nocturnal frame.

From New York Times