Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mestizo
noun
/mɛˈstiːzoʊ/
Definition
A mestizo is a person of mixed European and Indigenous American ancestry, especially in Latin America.
Examples
- In many Latin American countries, the mestizo population represents a significant portion of the society.
- The cultural heritage of mestizos often reflects a blend of Indigenous and European traditions.
Meaning
The term is commonly used to describe individuals who are the offspring of Spanish settlers and the indigenous peoples of the Americas.
Synonyms
- mixed-blood
- hybrid
- creole
