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Mexican
Mexican (pronunciation: /ˈmɛksɪkən/) is a term that refers to anything related to Mexico, a country located in North America. This includes its culture, people, language, and cuisine among other things.
Etymology
The term "Mexican" comes from the Nahuatl word "Mexica" (pronounced: /meːˈʃiʔkaʔ/), which was the name of the indigenous people who established the Aztec Empire.
Related Terms
- Mexico: The country in North America.
- Mexican Spanish: The variety of Spanish language spoken in Mexico.
- Mexican Cuisine: The food of Mexico, known for its varied flavors, colorful decoration, and variety of spices.
- Mexican Culture: The culture of Mexico, which reflects the country's complex history and is the result of the gradual blending of native culture with Spanish culture and other immigrant cultures.
- Mexican Independence Day: A major Mexican holiday to celebrate the country's independence from Spain.
See Also
- Mexican-American: A term used to refer to Americans of full or partial Mexican descent.
- Mexican Revolution: A major armed struggle, c. 1910–1920, that transformed Mexican culture and government.
- Mexican peso: The currency of Mexico.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mexican
- Wikipedia's article - Mexican
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