Jamaican

/d͡ʒəˈmeɪkən/

Jamaican

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Definition

A person from Jamaica or of Jamaican descent.

Etymology

From Jamaica + -an.

Example Sentences

  • "For many of the just over 1 million Americans who emigrated from Jamaica or are of Jamaican ancestry, like myself, the fact that Harris’ heritage is widely being discussed helps to diversify how Jamaicans are seen, by showing us in the political and academic realm."
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