national

/ˈnæʃ(ə)nəl/

noun

  1. 1

    A subject of a nation.

    The diplomats were advised not to interact with any foreign nationals except on official duty.
  2. 2

    (usually in the plural) A tournament in which participants from all over the nation compete.

    After winning the regional tournament, the team advanced to the nationals.

adjective

  1. 1

    Of or having to do with a nation.

  2. 2

    (by extension) Of or having to do with a country (sovereign state).

    Import tariffs were raised for the national interest.

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