compatriot
Americannoun
adjective
noun
Other Word Forms
- compatriotic adjective
- compatriotism noun
Etymology
Origin of compatriot
From the Late Latin word compatriōta, dating back to 1605–15. See com-, patriot
Example Sentences
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Former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has moved to Australia after a stint in the United States, national broadcaster RNZ said, joining record numbers of her compatriots moving across the Tasman.
From Barron's
That initial disappointment was in stark contrast to the joy of compatriot Nakai, who ends a phenomenal debut campaign with an Olympic medal.
From BBC
Then, after narrowly missing out on a medal in the 1000m - she was pipped into fourth place - she claimed another silver with her Italian compatriots in the 3000m relay.
From BBC
Throughout his career, Kurtag drew inspiration from literature and the works of famous compatriots like Bela Bartok.
From Barron's
Pahlavi told the crowd: "My first message is to our brave and fighting compatriots inside the country: know that you are not alone, and today the world stands with you in this struggle."
From BBC
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