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Nationality Definition & Meaning

nationality
noun
  1. people having common origins or traditions and often comprising a nation; "immigrants of the same nationality often seek each other out"; "such images define their sense of nationality"
  2. the status of belonging to a particular nation by birth or naturalization

"Nationality" in song lyrics

See how nationality is used in real songs:

  • "And everybody's welcome, it has no nationality"
    Bliss N Eso — This Is For You
  • "So every nationality"
    Downtown Science — This is a Visit
  • "Needless to say I represent a nationality"
    Hard Knocks — Thoughts of a Negro

Usage tips for "nationality"

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Frequently asked questions

What does nationality mean?
people having common origins or traditions and often comprising a nation; "immigrants of the same nationality often seek each other out"; "such images define their sense of nationality" the status of belonging to a particular nation by birth or naturalization
What part of speech is nationality?
Nationality is a noun.
How many definitions does nationality have?
Nationality has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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