peoples

peo-ples · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Distinct groups of humans sharing a common culture, language, or ethnicity; nations or communities.

  2. 2.

    Multiple populations or communities considered collectively.

Related words

See also: community, nation, people
Synonyms: cultures, ethnic groups, nations

Etymology

From Old French pueple, from Latin populus meaning "a people, nation." The plural "peoples" is used when referring to distinct ethnic or national groups.