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Mestizo

Part of Speech:

Noun, Adjective

Senses:

• Noun: A person of mixed racial or ethnic ancestry, typically of European and Indigenous American or African descent.
• Adjective: Relating to or characteristic of people of mixed racial or ethnic ancestry.

Usages:

Popular:

1. Mestizo culture is rich in traditions from both Indigenous American and European origins.
2. He has a mestizo background, with his father being of Spanish descent and his mother being Native American.

Local:

1. In the local community, mestizo individuals are valued for their diverse perspectives and experiences.
2. Mestizo cuisine combines elements from various culinary traditions, creating unique and flavorsome dishes.

Sample Sentences:

1. As a mestizo, she proudly embraces her mixed heritage.
2. The exhibit showcased artwork depicting the historical struggles faced by mestizo populations.
3. The mestizo population in this region has a strong influence on the local music scene.
4. Mestizo children often grow up learning multiple languages and practicing various customs.

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