nationality
UK: ˌnæʃ.əˈnæl.ə.ti | US: ˌnæʃ.əˈnæl.ə.t̬i
n. the legal status of belonging to a particular nation
n. a distinct ethnic or cultural group within a larger population
n. the characteristics or identity associated with a nation
The word "nationality" traces back to the Latin natio (birth, tribe, nation), which evolved into Old French nacion and later Middle English nacioun. The suffix -al (from Latin -alis) forms adjectives, while -ity (from Latin -itas) converts adjectives into nouns. Thus, "nationality" literally means "the quality of belonging to a nation," reflecting its modern legal and cultural meanings.
She holds dual nationality in Canada and France.
The festival celebrates the diverse nationalities of the city’s residents.
His nationality is listed as Japanese on his passport.
The team includes players of various nationalities.
The law grants automatic nationality to children born in the country.