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Definition of Afro-american
1. Noun. An American whose ancestors were born in Africa.
Exact synonyms: African American, African-american, Black American
Generic synonyms: American
Derivative terms: African-american
Generic synonyms: American
Derivative terms: African-american
2. Adjective. Pertaining to or characteristic of Americans of African ancestry. "Many black people preferred to be called African-American or Afro-American"