Kenyan

/ˈkɛnjən/ adjective

Definition

Relating to Kenya, a country in East Africa, or its people, culture, and language.

Etymology

From Kenya, an East African nation whose name comes from Mount Kenya, the country's highest peak. The term gained modern standardization after Kenya gained independence from British colonial rule in 1964.

Kelly Says

Kenya is home to the Great Rift Valley and incredible wildlife like lions and elephants, but Kenyans are also world-famous for distance running—the country has produced more Olympic marathon champions than almost any other nation!

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