the status of belonging to a particular nation, whether by birth or naturalization

the nationality of an immigrant.

the relationship of property, holdings, etc., to a particular nation, or to one or more of its members

the nationality of a ship.

nationalism.

existence as a distinct nation; national independence

a small colony that has just achieved nationality.

a nation or people

the nationalities of the Americas.

a national quality or character

Nationalities tend to submerge and disappear in a metropolis.

noun

allegiance , body politic , citizenship , community , country , ethnic group , nation , native land , origin , political home , race , society