Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
compatriota
noun
/kəmˈpeɪ.tri.ə.tə/
Definition
A person from the same country or a fellow citizen.
Examples
- He met a fellow compatriota while studying abroad.
- As compatriotas, they felt a strong sense of community during the event.
Meaning
Compatriota refers to someone who shares the same nationality or citizenship as another person.
Synonyms
- Fellow citizen
- Countryman
- Co-national