Caviteno

/ˌkævɪˈteɪnoʊ/ noun

Definition

A person from Cavite, a province in the Philippines, or relating to that region.

Etymology

Spanish/Filipino origin from 'Cavite' (a region in Luzon, Philippines) + '-no' (Spanish/Filipino suffix meaning 'from' or 'native of').

Kelly Says

The Cavitenos have a remarkable naval history—their region was central to the Philippine Revolution and Spanish colonial naval operations, making it a crucial historical port region.

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