Simple Definition of Asian

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Asian

1 of 2

noun

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.

Asian

2 of 2

adjective

: 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 14 Apr. 2026.

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