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Italianism

noun
Ital·​ian·​ism | \ ə-ˈtal-yə-ˌni-zəm How to pronounce Italianism (audio) , i- also ī-\

Definition of Italianism

1a : a quality characteristic of Italy or the Italian people
b : a characteristic feature of Italian occurring in another language
2a : specialized interest in or emulation of Italian qualities or achievements
b : promotion or love of Italian policies or ideals

First Known Use of Italianism

1594, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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