adj
Eurasian
yuu-RAY-zhuhn
adj
1
Relating to Eurasia, the combined landmass of Europe and Asia.
"The steppe stretches across much of the Eurasian continent."
2
Having mixed European and Asian heritage.
"She has a Eurasian background, with a Chinese mother and an English father."
noun
1
A person of mixed European and Asian ancestry.
"He identifies as Eurasian and grew up moving between Hong Kong and London."
How to Use Eurasian
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRelating to Europe and Asia together, or a person of mixed European and Asian ancestry.
Word Forms
more Eurasian comparative, Eurasians plural, most Eurasian superlative
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Etymology
A blend of "Euro-" and "Asian", first recorded in the mid-19th century.