Anglos: meaning, definitions and examples

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Anglos

 

[ ˈæŋɡloʊz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

ethnic group

The Anglos are a group of people primarily of English descent who settled in the United States and other regions. Historically, the term has been used to distinguish English-speaking settlers from other groups, particularly in a colonial or post-colonial context.

Synonyms

Anglo-Saxons, Britons, English

Examples of usage

  • The Anglos played a significant role in the development of American culture.
  • Many Anglos came to the Southwest as part of the westward expansion.
  • The school catered primarily to Anglos in the region.

Word origin

The term 'Anglo' derives from 'Anglo-Saxon,' referring to the early Germanic settlers of England. The Angles, a group from present-day Denmark and northern Germany, migrated to England during the 5th century. Over time, the term evolved to represent not only these early settlers but also their descendants in England and later in the United States. The concept of 'Anglo' has been used in various social and political contexts, particularly to denote the cultural and linguistic characteristics of English speakers.