Mexican

American  

[mek-si-kuhn] / ˈmɛk sɪ kən /

adjective

1. of or relating to Mexico or its people.

2. of or relating to Spanish as used in Mexico.

3. of or relating to the Nahuatl language or its speakers.

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noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Mexico, or a person of Mexican descent.

2. Nahuatl.

Mexican British  

/ ˈmɛksɪkən /

adjective

1. of or relating to Mexico or its inhabitants

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noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Mexico

Other Word Forms

• anti-Mexican adjective
• pro-Mexican adjective

Etymology

Origin of Mexican

First recorded in 1570–80; from Spanish mexicano, mejicano; Mexico, -an

Example Sentences

Mexican media outlets published images of the cabin's luxurious interior, showing furniture with open drawers and unmade beds.

From Barron's

Earlier, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum assured that there was "no risk" to World Cup fans and said the situation was "gradually returning to normal."

From Barron's

Sheinbaum and other Mexican officials have called such a raid unacceptable and a violation of Mexico’s sovereignty.

From Los Angeles Times

The native Texan was born in El Paso, but spent the first few years of her life just across the Mexican border in Ciudad Juárez.

From Los Angeles Times

The Mexican government insists Guadalajara is ready and able to host tens of thousands of visitors from around the world in a colourful celebration of sporting excellence.

From BBC