European

Eu-ro-pe-an · adjective

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Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Relating to or characteristic of Europe or its inhabitants.

  2. 2.

    Relating to the European Union.

  3. 3.

    A native or inhabitant of Europe.

  4. 4.

    A person of European descent.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    European Union — A political and economic union of European countries.
  • •
    European Commission — The executive branch of the European Union.
  • •
    European style — In the manner typical of European customs or traditions.

Related words

See also: Europe, continental, western
Synonyms: continental

Etymology

From Latin Europaeus, from Greek Eurōpaios ("of Europe"), from Eurṓpē ("Europe").