As a language expert with a focus on cultural and linguistic nuances, I can provide you with the information you're seeking. In America, the term "Maltese" can refer to a few different things, but the most common usage is in reference to the Maltese dog breed. The Maltese is a small, elegant dog breed known for its long, silky white coat and is often referred to simply as a "Maltese" in the United States. There is also the Maltese language, which is less commonly referenced in America but is the national language of Malta, an island country in the Mediterranean Sea. Additionally, people from Malta are called Maltese, but this term is not as frequently used in everyday American conversation as the dog breed reference.

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