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Definition of mexico
mexico
/ˈmɛk.sɪ.koʊ/
Mex · i · co
Plural:Mexicos
•Adjective:Mexican
mexico Lexical Profile
CEFR
A2
Grade
2
Tier
1
Usage
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• noun
1
A large country in the southern portion of North America, bordered to the north by the United States, to the south and west by the Pacific Ocean, and to the southeast by Guatemala, Belize, and the Caribbean Sea.
Example
"Millions of tourists visit Mexico every year to explore its ancient ruins, vibrant culture, and beautiful coastlines."
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Word Origin & Etymology
From Spanish México, derived from the Classical Nahuatl Mēxihco, originally referring to the heartland of the Aztec Empire and its capital, Tenochtitlan.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mexico. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mexico