nationhood

noun

na·​tion·​hood ˈnā-shən-ˌhu̇d How to pronounce nationhood (audio)
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: nationality sense 1a
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: nationality sense 3
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: nationality sense 5

Examples of nationhood in a Sentence

the early days of U.S. nationhood The colonists showed a strong desire for nationhood.
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In every aspect signaling legitimate, stable nationhood, Confederates failed to meet the mark. — Literary Hub, 19 Oct. 2026 Sectarian violence made religious mobilization increasingly unattractive, while foreign occupation provoked an awareness of Iraqi nationhood. — Mansoor Moaddel, Foreign Affairs, 15 Oct. 2026 As with every July 4, a lot of fireworks and hot dogs will be enjoyed this weekend coast to coast, but for this special year celebrating 250 years of US nationhood, there are also some unique and unusual happenings taking place. — Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 4 July 2026 About gender, class, nationhood. — Rachel Handler, Vulture, 22 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for nationhood

Word History

First Known Use

1843, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of nationhood was in 1843

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“Nationhood.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nationhood. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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