Latin America

Definition

Latin America refers to the region of the Americas where Romance languages (Spanish, Portuguese, and French) are primarily spoken. It includes countries in Central and South America, Mexico, and parts of the Caribbean.

Related terms

Iberian Peninsula: This is the southwestern tip of Europe, comprising Spain and Portugal. These two nations were responsible for colonizing much of Latin America.

Creole: In the context of colonial Latin America, this term refers to people born in the Americas but descended from European ancestry. They often held high social status during colonial times.

Monroe Doctrine: A policy declared by President James Monroe stating that any intervention by external powers in politics of the Americas is a potentially hostile act against the US.