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american

[əˈmerɪkən]

american Definition

  • 1relating to or characteristic of the United States or its inhabitants
  • 2a native or citizen of the United States

Using american: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "american" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She has American citizenship.

  • Example

    American culture is diverse and complex.

  • Example

    The American economy is the largest in the world.

  • Example

    He is an American living abroad.

american Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for american

  • US
  • USA
  • Yankee

Phrases with american

  • the ideal that every US citizen should have an equal opportunity to achieve success and prosperity through hard work, determination, and initiative

    Example

    Many immigrants come to the US in pursuit of the American Dream.

  • the form of the English language spoken in the United States

    Example

    I'm learning American English because I want to study in the US.

  • a member of any of the indigenous peoples of the Americas

    Example

    The museum has a collection of Native American artifacts.

Origins of american

from New Latin 'Americānus', from 'Americās'

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Summary: american in Brief

The term 'American' [əˈmerɪkən] refers to anything related to the United States or its inhabitants. It can be used as an adjective or a noun, and synonyms include 'US,' 'USA,' and 'Yankee.' Phrases like 'the American Dream' and 'American English' are common, and 'Native American' refers to indigenous peoples of the Americas. Examples include 'She has American citizenship' and 'American culture is diverse and complex.'

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