compatriot
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Noun — A person who comes from the same country as you.
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Etymology
From French compatriote, built from com- ("together") plus patriote ("patriot").
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What does “compatriot” mean?
The word “compatriot” means a person who comes from the same country as you. In plain terms, a fellow citizen of your own country, especially when you're both somewhere else.
How do you pronounce “compatriot”?
“Compatriot” is pronounced kuhm-PAYT-ree-uht (/kəmˈpeɪtɹi.ət/ in IPA).
How do you use “compatriot” in a sentence?
Here is “compatriot” used in a sentence: “She was thrilled to meet a compatriot while travelling abroad.”
What part of speech is “compatriot”?
“Compatriot” is a noun.
Where does the word “compatriot” come from?
The word “compatriot” comes from French. From French compatriote, built from com- ("together") plus patriote ("patriot").