English · Slang Attested

shanghailander

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Meaning · English

An expat living in Shanghai, especially (historical) in its former international extraterritorial zones.

Where it’s used: Used American English

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “shanghailander” mean?

An expat living in Shanghai, especially (historical) in its former international extraterritorial zones.

Is “shanghailander” formal or informal?

shanghailander is generally slang.

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