american

Americans are nationals and citizens of the United States. The term "American" may (in some other languages) refer to the inhabitants of the Americas. Officially, citizens of the United States of America are denoted by the term U.S. Citizens. (see names for United States citizens).
Although nationals and citizens make up the majority of Americans, some dual citizens, expatriates, and permanent residents may also claim American nationality. The United States is home to people of many different ethnic origins. As a result, US American culture and law does not equate nationality with race or ethnicity, but with citizenship and permanent allegiance.

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