mestizos

Meanings

• A person of mixed racial heritage, particularly of European and indigenous American descent.

  - "John is a mestizo. He has a mix of European and indigenous American ancestry."

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Rhymes

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estrella , plenaria , pronunciaria

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Homophones

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1. Mestizo () : A person of mixed racial heritage, particularly of European and indigenous American descent.
   

2. Mestre () : A master or teacher.
   

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Variants

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mestizo , mestizos

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Forms

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{"term"=>"Mestizo (adjective)", "meaning"=>"Relating to or being a person of mixed racial heritage, particularly of European and indigenous American descent."}, {"term"=>"Mestizaje (noun)", "meaning"=>"The process of racial mixing, particularly the blending of European and indigenous American ancestry."}

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Etymology

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The term 'mestizo' comes from the Spanish word 'mestre', meaning 'master'. The term was originally used to describe the offspring of a Spanish man and an indigenous American woman. Over time, the term came to be used more broadly to describe any person of mixed racial heritage, particularly of European and indigenous American descent.

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Trivia

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1. Mestizos make up the largest ethnic group in Latin America.

2. The term 'mestizo' was first used in the 16th century by the Spanish conquistadors to describe the offspring of a Spanish man and an indigenous American woman.

3. The genetic makeup of mestizos is diverse and complex, reflecting the blend of European and indigenous American ancestry.

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Related Concepts

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1. Racial identity:

2. Cultural heritage:

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Culture

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Mestizos have a rich cultural heritage, reflecting the blend of European and indigenous American traditions. Mestizos have made significant contributions to literature, art, music, and other forms of cultural expression. Some notable figures in mestizo culture include Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, Cervantes Saavedra, and Gabriel García Márquez.

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