Legal Definitions - nation

Definition: A nation is a large group of people who share a common origin, language, and tradition. They often form a political entity, which can be called a nation-state. A nation can also refer to a community of people who live in a defined territory and have their own independent government.

Example 1: The United States is a nation made up of people who share a common language (English), history (founding of the country), and traditions (Thanksgiving).

Example 2: The Maori people of New Zealand are a nation with their own language, culture, and traditions. They also have their own government, which is recognized by the New Zealand government.

These examples illustrate how a nation can be defined by shared characteristics and can have its own government. It is important to note that a nation and a state are not always the same thing, as a single state can have multiple nations within it.