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A·mer·i·can
 American
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- pronunciation:
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- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Parts
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
When something is called "American," it means that it comes from or belongs to the United States.
The Fourth of July is an American holiday. |
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When something is American, it has to do with North, Central, or South America.
The American continents are in the western hemisphere. |
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noun |
| definition 1: |
An American is a person who was born in the United States. Some people who come from other countries also become Americans when they pass a test in English about the government and history of America.
My friend came from Cuba, but he's an American now. |
| definition 2: |
An American is a person who was born in or is a citizen of North, Central, or South America.
U.S. citizens, Canadians, Cubans, and Brazilians are all Americans. |
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