adjective
noun
Other Word Forms
- anti-Mexican adjective
- pro-Mexican adjective
Etymology
Origin of Mexican
First recorded in 1570–80; from Spanish mexicano, mejicano; Mexico, -an
Example Sentences
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Kavanagh, 26, was unranked heading into the contest, but victory over sixth-ranked Moreno - in front of the Mexican's home fans - will see him him take a big leap towards the top end of the division.
From BBC
The government has been "taking precautions" by deploying thousands of soldiers to Jalisco and other states, according to the ex-DEA agent, who believes the Mexican military has the situation under control.
From Barron's
More troubling is the fact that the Mexican military is already involved in a year-long operation against the Sinaloa cartel, and there’s concern that they will not have the capacity to fight a two-front war.
From Salon
Last year, Chipotle Mexican Grill launched a “Summer of Extras” campaign for its 21 million active loyalty members.
From Barron's
In nursing homes mushrooming across the Mexican border, elderly Americans are turning up for low-cost care.
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