Native American
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[edit] English
[edit] Noun
Native American (plural Native Americans)
- An American Indian, especially in the United States.
[edit] Synonyms
- See also Wikisaurus:Native American
[edit] Adjective
Native American (comparative more Native American, superlative most Native American)
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- Of the American Indians.
[edit] Usage notes
Native American is replacing American Indian, although the latter is not usually considered offensive. However, confusion or offence can be avoided by referring to Indians from Canada as First Nations people, Native Canadians, or Aboriginal peoples in Canada.
