Meaning & use
mestizo
A person of mixed European and Indigenous American ancestry, a term used especially in Latin America.
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A large portion of the country's population identifies as mestizo, tracing roots to both Spanish and Indigenous ancestors.
The exhibit explored mestizo culture through its blend of Indigenous and European art traditions.
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Mestizo is a widely used demographic and cultural term in Latin America, though its connotations can vary by country and historical context.
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