Arab American

American  

[ar-uhb-uh-mer-i-kuhn] / ˈær əb əˈmɛr ɪ kən /

noun

1. a citizen or resident of the U.S. of Arab birth or descent.

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adjective

1. of or relating to an Arab American.

2. Arab-American, occurring between the United States and Arabia or the Middle East.

   Diplomats predicted the deterioration of Arab-American relations with increased militarization of foreign policy.

Etymology

Origin of Arab American

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

James Zogby, a former member of the DNC and the founder of the Arab American Institute, told Salon that this lack of change is itself typical, at least in his experience with the Democratic Party.

From Salon • Mar. 5, 2026

Pro Tip: Combine a visit to Masri Sweets with a trip to the Arab American National Museum, which is within walking distance of the bakery.

From Salon • Sep. 3, 2025

James Zogby, the founder of the Arab American Institute, has spent decades working within the Democratic Party.

From Slate • Feb. 7, 2025

Hagekhalil is the district’s first Arab American general manager.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 24, 2025

James Zogby, founder of the Arab American Institute and a longtime Democratic advocate, woke up the day after Trump’s win and it hit him anew.

From Slate • Nov. 12, 2024