1. relating to or denoting the culture, people, or languages of the Indian subcontinent or their diaspora
Usage: informal; often used in South Asian communities

1. a person of South Asian descent, especially from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, or Sri Lanka
Usage: informal; used within South Asian communities

Examples

• She enjoys desi music and Bollywood films.
• The desi community organized a cultural festival in the city.
• He is proud of his desi heritage.
• Desi cuisine has become increasingly popular in restaurants.
• Many desis abroad maintain strong connections to their home countries.
• The desi diaspora has created vibrant communities worldwide.