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Latino

/ləˈtiː.noʊ/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A person of Latin American origin or descent.

    "The festival celebrated the rich culture of Latino communities across the country."
  2. 2

    A term used to describe the cultural and social identity of people from Latin America.

    "Latino art often incorporates vibrant colors and themes from indigenous cultures."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'Latino' is derived from the Spanish word 'latino', which is a shortening of 'latinoamericano', meaning 'Latin American'. It emerged in the late 20th century as a gender-neutral term to refer to people of Latin American descent, reflecting a shift towards inclusivity in language.

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