Mex
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To show that something comes from Mexico or is in Mexican style, put it before a noun
- adjective
- /mɛks/
- Informal
:
mexicano
- The festival showcased traditional Mex art and music, celebrating the rich culture.
You get a little bit of Tex Mex style tacos.
- You get a little bit of Tex Mex style tacos.
- You guys have Mex robots interpretations on our favorite character.
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Examples
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We enjoyed a delicious plate of Mex cuisine at the new restaurant downtown.
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You guys have Mex robots interpretations on our favorite character.
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You get a little bit of Tex Mex style tacos.
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So there you go on my journey of Texas food which is going to be based in Tex Mex and BBQ.
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Yeah, an almost vegan Tex Mex pot pie.
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I love preparing Mex dishes for dinner, especially tacos and enchiladas.
Synonyms
Mexican
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Connected with Mexico, its people, language or culture
is an informal adjective placed before nouns to show origin or style from Mexico
How Formal
Mexican
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Mex
- Informal
Surface Forms
Mex positive
Etymology
Mex is a short form of Mexico and Mexican, much like 'Brit' for 'British'. So, when used before a noun it means 'from Mexico' or 'in the style of Mexico'.