Definition of "mainlanders" [mainlanders]

• Plural form of mainlander. (noun)

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• ""Just a few years ago, those from China were country bumpkins and now, the mainlanders are the economic overlords and that is deeply grating to those in Hong Kong," said Gordon Matthews , an anthropology professor at Chinese University of Hong Kong."
• "The term is an insult commonly used on the web by some of the city's residents to refer to mainlanders."
• "That is why Obama seems so unique and IS that unique to the 'mainlanders': That island tranquility and island living are far more soothing to one's disposition."