Americanism
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About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.Amer·i·can·ism
noun \ə-ˈmer-ə-kə-ˌni-zəm, -ˈmər-, -ˈme-rə-\Definition of AMERICANISM
1
: a characteristic feature of American English especially as contrasted with British English
2
: attachment or allegiance to the traditions, interests, or ideals of the United States
3
a : a custom or trait peculiar to America b : the political principles and practices essential to American culture
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