Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

latino

noun

læˈtiːnoʊ

Definition

A term that refers to a person from, or with ancestry from, Latin American countries, often used to describe individuals with cultural ties to Latin America.

Examples

Many Latino artists have gained recognition in the music industry.
The Latino community has a rich cultural history that includes a variety of languages and traditions.

Meaning

The term ‘Latino’ is used primarily in the United States to describe men or people in general from Latin America, emphasizing cultural and linguistic heritage.