English

Noun

Americanoid ‎(plural Americanoids)

1. (anthropology) An individual who is Americanoid

Adjective

Americanoid ‎(comparative more Americanoid, superlative most Americanoid)

1. (anthropology) Characteristic of or resembling Native American peoples.
2. (anthropology, dated) Of or related to the race to which Native Americans belong, according to theories that divide humanity into races.

Usage notes

• Caution is advised in using this term, due to its association with obsolete racial classifications and racist ideologies