anglo

/ˈæŋɡloʊ/
noun
  1. A white person of English or British descent, especially in North America.
    • She identifies as an Anglo, though her family has lived in Texas for generations.
    • The town has a mix of Anglos and Hispanic residents.
    • Many Anglos moved to the western territories during the 1800s.
  2. A person of English ancestry or origin.
    • The club was founded by Anglos who wanted to preserve English traditions.
    • He is an Anglo, but he grew up in India.
    • The census asked whether respondents were Anglo, Hispanic, or other.
adjective
  1. Relating to white English-speaking people, especially in North America.
    • The Anglo community held a festival celebrating English folk music.
    • The neighborhood has both Anglo and Latino influences.
    • She studies Anglo culture in the southern United States.
  2. Relating to England or the English people.
    • He is interested in Anglo history and literature.
    • The Anglo tradition of afternoon tea is popular worldwide.
    • The museum has a large collection of Anglo artifacts.
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