Pacific Islander

American  

[puh-sif-ik ahy-luhn-der] / pəˈsɪf ɪk ˈaɪ lən dər /

noun

1. a member or descendant of the Indigenous people of the Pacific Islands.

2. (loosely) a native or inhabitant of the Pacific islands.

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Etymology

Origin of Pacific Islander

First recorded in 1795–1800

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Pacific Islander

"At the same time, we need to ensure that women across all Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities have access to culturally appropriate education, screening, and timely follow-up care."

From Science Daily ● Aug. 19, 2026

Among racial and ethnic groups, 62% of Latino voters, 46% of Black voters and 43% of Asian or Pacific Islander voters said they are somewhat or very concerned.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 1, 2026

Raman, who if elected would be the city’s first South Asian mayor, leads with Asian and Pacific Islander voters at 34%, with Bass at 10%.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 22, 2026

Prosecutors said the company had a 20% partner who’s a Pacific Islander, and the men pretended he’d attained majority ownership and managerial control.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2025

She looked like a miniature Pacific Islander with dragonfly wings across her back as well as tiny wings on her ankles.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull

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