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- pronunciation:
- eth
nihk
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
of or related to a large group of people who share a distinctive culture, language, or religion, or who are of the same race or national heritage.
Japanese and Chinese immigrants made up two of Hawaii's major ethnic groups in 1900.We chose this school for our children because of its ethnic diversity.
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| definition 2: |
pertaining to the origin or classification of groups according to criteria such as culture, race, religion, nationality, or language.
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| related words: |
clannish, minority, social |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
a member of an ethnic group.
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| derivation: |
ethnically (adv.) |
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