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Central American

British  

adjective

  1. of or relating to Central America or its inhabitants

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

noun

  1. a native or inhabitant of Central America

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Toczylowski said other organizations in the L.A. area that will be affected include the Public Counsel, Central American Resource Center and the Immigration Center for Women and Children.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 30, 2026

The Central American side are a relatively unknown quantity, but they are an exciting team whose results do not paint a true picture of their performances in the tournament.

From BBC Jun. 27, 2026

As football fans flood into tournament co-hosts the United States, Canada and Mexico, the Central American country is grappling with chaotic teacher protests in its capital.

From Barron's Jun. 9, 2026

Question: How do you view the evolution of Central American literature?

From Barron's May 21, 2026

It broadcasts their pictures on Central American television so family members might rescue them.

From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario

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