non-European
|non-Eu-ro-pe-an|
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/nɑn ˌjʊrəˈpiən/
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/nɒn ˌjʊərəˈpiːən/
not European
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-European' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'European' referring to Europe or its people.
Historical Evolution
'non-European' was formed by combining 'non-' with 'European' to describe entities not related to Europe.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not European,' and this meaning has remained consistent over time.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not of or relating to Europe or its people.
The non-European countries have diverse cultures and traditions.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45