African-American

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Definition

  1. Noun:

    • An American of African descent: A person who is a citizen or resident of the United States and whose ancestors originated from Africa, particularly those brought to the Americas during the transatlantic slave trade.

  2. Adjective:

    • Pertaining to Americans of African ancestry: Describing the culture, heritage, history, or experiences of people in the United States who trace their ancestry to Africa.
Usage Examples

  • Noun:

    • The museum's exhibit was curated by a prominent African-American.
    • Many African-Americans have contributed significantly to American arts and sciences.

  • Adjective:

    • African-American literature is a rich and vital part of the American canon.
    • She studies African-American history at the university.
Advanced Usage

  • As a demographic or cultural identifier: The term is often used in formal, academic, and social contexts to refer to the ethnic group and its collective experience.

    • The study focused on health disparities within the African-American community.

  • Historical and social context: The term gained widespread preferred usage in the late 20th century, emphasizing cultural and historical ties to the African continent.

    • The movement advocated for the term "African-American" to highlight a cultural identity beyond skin color.
Variants and Related Words

  • Afro-American (adj/n): A synonym with identical meaning, though "African-American" is more common in contemporary usage.

    • Afro-American studies is an important academic field.

  • Black (adj/n): A broader term that can refer to people of African descent globally, not exclusively Americans. It is often used interchangeably with "African-American" in the U.S. context, though preferences can vary.

    • Black History Month celebrates the achievements of African-Americans.
Synonyms
  • Black American: A synonym commonly used in the United States.
  • Person of color: A broader term that includes African-Americans among other non-white groups.
Important Notes on Usage
  • Capitalization: The term is typically hyphenated and capitalized ("African-American") when used as a compound adjective or noun.
  • Preferred Terminology: While "African-American" and "Black" are both widely accepted, individual preferences may vary. It is often considered respectful to use the terminology an individual or group prefers.
    • The survey allowed participants to identify as Black, African-American, or of other heritage.
Noun
  1. an American whose ancestors were born in Africa
Adjective
  1. pertaining to or characteristic of Americans of African ancestry
    • Afro-American culture
    • many black people preferred to be called African-American or Afro-American

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