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national
/ˈnæʃ(ə)nəl/
noun
A subject of a nation.
"The diplomats were advised not to interact with any foreign nationals except on official duty."
(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
Of or having to do with a nation.
(by extension) Of or having to do with a country (sovereign state).
"Import tariffs were raised for the national interest."
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