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indio

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Indio (noun) means a term, now often considered dated or sensitive, historically used for an indigenous person in Latin America or the Philippines. Example: “Older Spanish colonial records use the term "indio" to describe indigenous inhabitants.”

noun

A term, now often considered dated or sensitive, historically used for an indigenous person in Latin America or the Philippines.

"Older Spanish colonial records use the term "indio" to describe indigenous inhabitants."

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In plain EnglishAn older term for an indigenous person in parts of Latin America or the Philippines, now often avoided in favor of more specific or respectful terms.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Plural: indios

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Older Spanish colonial records use the term "_____" to describe indigenous inhabitants.

Etymology

From Spanish indio, "Indian," from the same historical confusion that gave rise to English "Indian" for the Americas.

Origin: Spanish

Rhymes for indio

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Frequently asked questions

What does “indio” mean?

The word “indio” means a term, now often considered dated or sensitive, historically used for an indigenous person in Latin America or the Philippines. In plain terms, an older term for an indigenous person in parts of Latin America or the Philippines, now often avoided in favor of more specific or respectful terms.

How do you use “indio” in a sentence?

Here is “indio” used in a sentence: “Older Spanish colonial records use the term "indio" to describe indigenous inhabitants.”

What part of speech is “indio”?

“Indio” is a noun.

Where does the word “indio” come from?

The word “indio” comes from Spanish. From Spanish indio, "Indian," from the same historical confusion that gave rise to English "Indian" for the Americas.

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