Burman

[ bur-muh n ]

/ ˈbɜr mən /

a member of the dominant ethnic group of Burma, living mainly in the lowlands of the Irrawaddy and Chindwin River drainages and the S panhandle.

of or relating to the Burmans as an ethnic group.

Origin of Burman

First recorded in 1790–1800; Burm(a) + -an

pro-Bur·man, adjective

"Here you are as safe as if you were in Rangoon," the Burman said.

On the Irrawaddy |G. A. Henty
At length his eyes wandered to the Burman, who sat on the ground eyeing him with a curiously intent and concentrated regard.

The Pointing Man |Marjorie Douie
After these events the authority of the Burman Government ceased to exist in Kengtung.

The Pacification of Burma |Sir Charles Haukes Todd Crosthwaite
It must delay business immensely, but no true Burman would allow himself to be influenced by such a minor consideration.

An English Girl's First Impressions of Burmah |Beth Ellis

In private life the Burman carries his superstition to a ridiculous extent.

An English Girl's First Impressions of Burmah |Beth Ellis