pan-American
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/ˌpæn əˈmɛr ɪ kən/
all-Americas
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pan-American' originates from the Greek prefix 'pan-' meaning 'all' and 'American' referring to the continents of North and South America.
Historical Evolution
'pan-American' was coined in the late 19th century to describe initiatives and organizations that aimed to foster cooperation among the countries of the Americas.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to all of America,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to, representing, or involving all the countries of North, Central, and South America.
The pan-American conference was attended by delegates from 35 countries.
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Last updated: 2025/02/07 23:58