Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

biracial

Adjective
/ˌbaɪˈreɪʃəl/
Definition
Having parents of two different races.
Examples
  • She identifies as biracial, with a Black mother and a white father.
  • The biracial children in the community enjoy learning about both aspects of their heritage.
  • Biracial individuals often navigate different cultural identities.
Meaning
Biracial refers to an individual whose ancestry includes members of two different racial backgrounds. This term emphasizes the blend of two distinct racial heritages within a single person.
Synonyms
  • Mixed-race
  • Biracial
  • Dual heritage