Sikkimese

[ sik-uh-meez, -mees ]

noun

, plural Sik·kim·ese.

1. a native or inhabitant of Sikkim.

adjective

1. of or relating to Sikkim or its people.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Sikkimese¹

Sikkim + -ese

Example Sentences

Officials say that the switch to all-organic has health benefits for Sikkimese, who are getting more nutritious food, and has rejuvenated the health of its soil as well as wildlife and dwindling bee populations.

From Seattle Times

Officials say that the switch to all-organic has health benefits for Sikkimese, who are getting more nutritious food, and has rejuvenated the health of its soil as well as wildlife and dwindling bee populations.

From Washington Post

But old laws still protect the right of Sikkimese people over land and other resources.

From New York Times

Sikkimese people do not like to do manual labor, so outsiders will come.

From New York Times

I think Sikkimese people feel that this is their government.

From New York Times