Plural form of Anglo; English-speaking people or those of English descent, often used specifically in American contexts to refer to white English-speaking Americans.
From Anglo (short for Anglo-Saxon, relating to the Germanic peoples who invaded Britain). The usage evolved from historical ethnicity to a modern demographic descriptor.
In American census and sociological contexts, 'Anglos' contrasts with Hispanic, Black, Asian categories—it's a reminder that 'white' categories only became named when other groups required counting and comparison.
Plural of 'Anglo' (person of English descent/culture). While technically gender-neutral, historical dominance of Anglo-American institutional power was male-led; the term carries implicit masculine default in historical contexts.
Use plainly in descriptive contexts; when discussing power structures or contributions, actively acknowledge women's roles and presence within Anglo communities.
Women's contributions to Anglo-American culture, science, and literature have been systematically underrepresented in canon formation; deliberate inclusion of female figures restores accurate history.
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