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Anglicism

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An·gli·cism also an·gli·cism  (nggl-szm)
n.
1.
a. A word, phrase, or idiom characteristic of or peculiar to the English language.
b. A Briticism.
2. A typically English quality.

[From Medieval Latin Anglicus, English; see Anglican.]

Anglicism [ˈæŋglɪˌsɪzəm]
n
1. (Linguistics) a word, phrase, or idiom peculiar to the English language, esp as spoken in England
2. an English attitude, custom, etc.
3. the fact or quality of being English

Anglicism
1. a word, idiom, or feature of the English language occurring in or borrowed by another language.
2. U.S. a Briticism.
3. any manner, idea, or custom typical of the English people. Also called Englishism.
See also: English
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.Anglicism - an expression that is used in Great Britain (especially as contrasted with American English)
formulation, expression - the style of expressing yourself; "he suggested a better formulation"; "his manner of expression showed how much he cared"
2.Anglicism - a custom that is peculiar to England or its citizens
custom, usage, usance - accepted or habitual practice
Translations
anglicism [ˈæŋglɪsɪzəm] Nanglicismo m, inglesismo m
anglicism
nAnglizismus m


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