Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gringo
Noun
/ˈɡrɪŋɡoʊ/
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Definition
A term used in Latin America to refer to a foreigner, especially someone from the United States or Europe.
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Examples
- Many gringos visit Mexico for vacation each year.
- The local community welcomed the gringo who tried to learn Spanish.
- Being a gringo in a new country can sometimes be challenging.
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Meaning
The word is often used to describe people who are not native Spanish speakers or who do not have Latin American heritage.
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Synonyms
- foreigner
- outsider
- tourist