anglo-indian

noun/adjective

Pronunciation: ˌæŋɡləʊˈɪndiən

Definition

A person of mixed British and Indian ancestry, or an individual of British descent born or raised in India.

Examples

• The Anglo-Indian community has maintained a distinct culinary tradition that blends British and Indian flavors.

• Many Anglo-Indian families migrated to various parts of the world during the mid-20th century.

• The literature of the Anglo-Indian experience offers a complex perspective on colonial history.

Synonyms of anglo-indian

Words with a similar meaning to anglo-indian:

• mixed-race
• Eurasian

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