n. 1. A member of any of the traditionally nomadic peoples of Mongolia. 2. See Mongolian. 3. Anthropology A member of the Mongoloid racial classification. adj. 1. Of or relating to Mongolia, the Mongols, or their language or culture. 2. Anthropology Of or relating to the Mongoloid racial classification. [Mongolian Moṅgol.] |
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