Mestizo (noun)

1. A person of mixed European and indigenous American ancestry, typically from Latin America.
2. A person of mixed European and indigenous American descent.

Origin:

Derives from spanish word "mestizo" which comes from the latin word "mixtus" which means "mixed".

Examples:

1. The population of Mexico is largely mestizo, with a mixture of indigenous and Spanish heritage.
2. The term "mestizo" is used in Latin America to describe people of mixed European and indigenous ancestry.
3. The mestizo culture is a rich blend of indigenous and European traditions.
4. Many mestizos in Latin America have struggled with issues of identity and discrimination.
5. The mestizo population of Latin America is a diverse and complex group, with a wide range of cultural practices and traditions.