1. plural of Kikuyu; members of a Bantu people of central Kenya
Usage: often capitalized; refers to an ethnic group
2. plural of Kikuyu; the Bantu language spoken by the Kikuyu people
Usage: often capitalized; also called Gikuyu

Examples

• The Kikuyus are one of the largest ethnic groups in Kenya.
• Many Kikuyus speak both their native language and English.
• Kikuyus have a rich cultural heritage centered in the central highlands.
• The Kikuyu language is spoken by millions of Kikuyus across Kenya.
• Traditional Kikuyus practiced agriculture and herding in the fertile regions.