Amerindian

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˌæməˈrɪndiÉ™n/

Origin

AmericanIndian, attested since about 1900.

Full definition of Amerindian

Noun

1. An American Indian.

Usage notes

Widespread in South America. Official government use in Guyana, for example the Minister of Amerindian Affairs. Uncommon in North America, where First Nations/Aboriginal person (Canada), Native American (United States), and Indian are more common.

Related terms

• Amerind
• American Indian
• Indian
• Hindian (Asian Indian)