American Samoa

American  

noun

1. the part of Samoa belonging to the United States, comprising mainly Tutuila and the Manua Islands. 76 sq. mi. (197 sq. km). Pago Pago. AS (for use with zip code).

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American Samoa British  

noun

1. the part of Samoa administered by the US. Capital: Pago Pago. Pop: 54 719 (2013 est). Area: 197 sq km (76 sq miles)

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American Samoa

Mauigoa grew up in American Samoa and the 20-year-old paid homage to his homeland with a collage on the back of his suit jacket.

From BBC ● Apr. 23, 2026

There’s also increasing interest in deep-sea mining from places like American Samoa.

From Salon ● Jul. 15, 2024

Steaming away from their hopes toward their next destination, American Samoa, Romeo tried not to be too discouraged.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 13, 2024

Hawaii and most of Arizona don’t make the spring switch, sticking to standard time year-round along with Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam and the U.S.

From Seattle Times ● Mar. 7, 2024

Economic   activity is strongly linked to the US with which American Samoa   conducts most of its commerce.

From The 2008 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency