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norteamericano 

The literal definition is 'North American', applying to residents of all of the countries of North America. However, typically it's used as a more politically correct way of saying 'from the United States' because in Spanish America does in fact refer to two continents comprising of 35 countries, not just one. Central and South Americans might take exception to the usage of 'americano' because it insinuates that they are not Americans as well.
Gringo: Soy americano.
Tico: No, nosotros somos americanos--usted es norteamericano.
norteamericano by Bread Soda December 18, 2011
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Namericans 

The shorter way to sayNative Americans”, N-americans.
The prostitutes was namericans.
Namericans by Superi0rM4n March 11, 2019

namerican 

Contraction of the term "Native American"

Many people would rather use Indian as it is shorter, but indeed it is more correct to use the above term. Thus, we result in a compromise.
Bob: "Hey, Did you see that new kid at school? I think he's an indian"
Steve: "Nah man, He's a native american."
Bob: "Right, or we could just call him a namerican."
namerican by ~Marc March 21, 2008

NorAmerican 

A person who is part Norwegian and part American and who is equally patriotic towards both countries. May or may not have dual-citizenship.
Person: So your mother is American and your father is Norwegian. What do you define yourself as?

Me: Both, I'm a NorAmerican!