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nationality

[ nash-uh-nal-i-tee ]

noun

plural nationalities
  1. the status of belonging to a particular nation, whether by birth or naturalization:

    the nationality of an immigrant.

  2. the relationship of property, holdings, etc., to a particular nation, or to one or more of its members:

    the nationality of a ship.

  3. existence as a distinct nation; national independence:

    a small colony that has just achieved nationality.

  4. a nation or people:

    the nationalities of the Americas.

  5. a national quality or character:

    Nationalities tend to submerge and disappear in a metropolis.



nationality

/ ˌæʃəˈæɪɪ /

noun

  1. the state or fact of being a citizen of a particular nation
  2. a body of people sharing common descent, history, language, etc; a nation
  3. a national group

    30 different nationalities are found in this city

  4. national character or quality
  5. the state or fact of being a nation; national status
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of nationality1

First recorded in 1685–95; national + -ity
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The order, the letter said, "applies to all suppliers and service providers of the US government, regardless of their nationality and the country in which they operate."

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Last month she denied suggestions she had switched to Spanish nationality after a mix-up with the flag used next to her name at a WTA Tour draw ceremony.

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“It’s a matter of time before it gets here,” said Ali, who did not want his full name, nationality, area of study or age published because he is worried about being tracked.

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It added: "All aliens in violation of US immigration law may be subject to arrest, detention and, if found removable by final order, removal from the United States regardless of nationality."

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They are now one of the top nationalities crossing the dangerous Darien Gap jungle from South to North America.

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