Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gringo
Noun
ˈɡrɪŋɡoʊ
Definition
A slang term used in Latin America to refer to a foreigner, especially someone from the United States or an English-speaking country.
Examples
- Many locals refer to tourists as gringos.
- He felt like a gringo walking through the market, surrounded by locals.
Meaning
The term often has a neutral or slightly derogatory connotation, depending on the context and speaker.
Synonyms
- foreigner
- outsider
- tourist