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Definition of european

european

/ˌjʊr.əˈpiː.ən/
Eu · ro · pe · an
Plural:Europeans
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european Lexical Profile

• adjective

1

Relating to or characteristic of the continent of Europe, its inhabitants, its languages, or its cultures.

Example

"The museum features an extensive collection of classical European art from the Renaissance period."

2

Relating to the European Union or its institutions, policies, and member states.

Example

"Negotiators met in Brussels to finalize the new European trade regulations."

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• noun

1

A native or inhabitant of the continent of Europe, or a person of European descent.

Example

"Many Europeans speak two or more languages fluently due to early education programs."

• Rhymes for european

• Nearby Words

euro
eurocentric
eurocrat
european
european adder
european beech
european bison

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed via Middle French from Latin Europaeus, from Ancient Greek Europaios, derived from Europe, a mythological Phoenician princess abducted by Zeus.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of European. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/european
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