Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
amerasian
noun
/ˌæməˈreɪʒən/
Definition
A person of mixed American and Asian descent, particularly one born in Asia and having one parent from the United States.
Examples
- The Amerasian children often faced challenges related to their identity.
- Many Amerasians were brought to the United States after the Vietnam War to reconnect with their American heritage.
- Amerasian culture is a blend of both American and Asian influences.
Meaning
The term ‘Amerasian’ refers to individuals who are biracial, specifically those with one American parent and one Asian parent. This term has been notably used to describe children born during the Vietnam War era, where many soldiers fathered children with local women.
Synonyms
- Mixed-race
- Biracial
- Cross-cultural
