American
|A/mer/i/can|
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/əˈmɛrɪkən/
Relating to the USA
Etymology
Etymology Information
'American' originates from the name 'America,' which was derived from the Latin version of the name of the Italian explorer Amerigo Vespucci.
Historical Evolution
'America' was used to refer to the New World, and 'American' was later used to describe the people and things related to it.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the inhabitants of the New World, but now it specifically refers to people from the United States.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person from the United States of America.
She is an American living in Tokyo.
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Adjective 1
relating to the United States of America or its people.
The American culture is diverse and rich.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35