Ethnic

/ˈɛθ.nɪk/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Relating to a particular group of people who share common cultural traditions, language, or heritage.

The festival celebrates the rich ethnic diversity of the region.

Relating to a cultural or racial group.

The research focused on the ethnic backgrounds of the participants.

Characterized by the distinct cultural practices of a specific group.

The restaurant offers a variety of dishes from different ethnic cuisines.

Relating to population groups defined by their cultural characteristics.

He is studying the ethnic relations in the urban community.

From Greek 'ethnos', meaning 'nation' or 'people'.

ethnic background

Refers to a person's cultural heritage or national origin.

ethnic cleansing

The practice of removing or exterminating a particular ethnic group from a territory.

ethnic diversity

The presence of multiple ethnic groups within a society.

ethnicity

The fact or state of belonging to a social group with a common national or cultural tradition.

ethnocentrism

Belief in the superiority of one's own ethnic group.

Ethnic as a term of identity

She identifies as ethnic and embraces her cultural roots.

Casual reference to non-Western cultures

Let's try that ethnic spot downtown for dinner.