National

noun

/ˈnæʃ(ə)nəl/

Word Frequency: 221.7

Definitions

1.nounA subject of a nation.

"The diplomats were advised not to interact with any foreign nationals except on official duty."

2.noun(usually in the plural) A tournament in which participants from all over the nation compete.

"After winning the regional tournament, the team advanced to the nationals."

3.adjectiveOf or having to do with a nation.

4.adjective(by extension) Of or having to do with a country (sovereign state).

"Import tariffs were raised for the national interest."

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