Definition of European
:of, relating to, or characteristic of Europe or its people
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First Known Use of european
1555
Definition of European
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:a native or inhabitant of Europe
2
:a person of European descent
First Known Use of european
1578
EUROPEAN Defined for English Language Learners
European
noun
Definition of European for English Language Learners
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: a person born, raised, or living in Europe; also : a native or resident of the continent of Europe rather than Britain
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: a person who is descended from Europeans
EUROPEAN Defined for Kids
Definition of European for Students
:of or relating to Europe or the people of Europe
- European history
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