national

Meanings

1. 1
   adj

   Relating to a whole nation or country.

   The story made the front page of every national newspaper.

2. 2
   adj

   Typical of or belonging to a particular nation.

   Pasta is often called Italy's national dish.

Common collocations

• national park Adjective + noun
• national team Adjective + noun
• national security Adjective + noun
• national anthem Adjective + noun
• national costume Adjective + noun
• national monument Adjective + noun
• national airline Adjective + noun
• national independence Adjective + noun
• national origin Adjective + noun
• national heritage Adjective + noun
• national landmark Adjective + noun

From Middle French national, corresponding to nation + -al.

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