Balinese

/ˌbɑːlɪˈniːz/ adjective, noun

Definition

Relating to Bali, an Indonesian island, or a person from Bali; used to describe the language, culture, art, and people of Bali.

Etymology

From Bali (the island) plus the suffix '-ese' indicating nationality or origin, following English patterns for geographic adjectives.

Kelly Says

Balinese Hinduism is unique globally—it's the only place where Hindu traditions merged with Buddhism and indigenous animism into something entirely new and still thriving.

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