international
[ˌɪɾ̃ɚˈnæʃ(ə)n(ə)ɫ]
UK: [ˌɪntəˈnæʃ(ə)n(ə)ɫ]
international
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Definition
Of or having to do with more than one nation.
Etymology
From inter- + national. Introduced in modern English by Jeremy Bentham in his An Introduction to the Principles of Morals and Legislation, 1780.
Example Sentences
- "an international discussion"
- "an international competition"
- "Canada’s men’s hockey team defeated the USA 3-2 in overtime Thursday to capture the inaugural 4 Nations Face-Off Championship as the NHL put on a show in the first edition of this midseason international tournament."
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