plural Asians
: a person born, raised, or living in Asia : a person whose family is from Asia
There are many Asians living in South America.
Usage Discussion of asian
In U.S. English, Asian refers usually to a person from the countries of eastern Asia, such as China, Korea, and Japan. In British English, Asian often refers to a person from the countries of western Asia, such as India and Pakistan.
: of or relating to Asia or its people
Asian cities/populations/immigrants
Asian culture/philosophy/cooking
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“Asian.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/Asian. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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