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orange-American

adj · noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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adj

Meaning 1

Of or pertaining to an orange-American.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: derogatory, humorous

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noun

Meaning 2

A white American who has orange-colored skin, used primarily in reference to Donald Trump.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: US, derogatory, humorous

Topics: government, politics

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History

Etymology

From orange + American, by analogy with other racial categories such as African-American or white American. Popularized in the 2010s in reference to Donald Trump's allegedly excessive use of tan makeup.