Mejicanos

Historical term for people from Mexico.

Mejicano Mexicano

A term historically used in Spain to refer to people from Mexico. It originated during the colonial period and gradually fell out of common usage, replaced by 'Mexicanos' (Mexicans).

The term 'Mejicanos' originated during the colonial period, derived from Nahuatl 'Mēxihcah'.

Mejicanos is an old name for people from Mexico, like calling someone a 'Mexican' today.

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