multiracial
UK: ˌmʌltiˈreɪʃl | US: ˌmʌltiˈreɪʃl
adj. involving or consisting of people of multiple racial groups
adj. relating to or advocating for racial diversity
The word "multiracial" combines the Latin-derived prefix "multi-" (meaning "many") with the adjective "racial" (from "race," ultimately from Old Italian "razza"). The term emerged in the early 20th century to describe societies or individuals encompassing multiple racial identities, reflecting growing awareness of racial diversity. The prefix "multi-" is widely used in English to denote plurality (e.g., "multicultural," "multilingual"), while "racial" anchors the word in discussions of ethnic identity.
The city celebrates its multiracial heritage through annual festivals.
Their family is multiracial, with ancestors from three continents.
The school promotes a multiracial curriculum to foster inclusivity.
Multiracial communities often face unique social challenges.
The study examines voting patterns in multiracial democracies.