an·gli·cism
| \ ˈaŋ-glə-ˌsi-zəm
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Definition of anglicism
1
: a characteristic feature of English occurring in another language
2
: adherence or attachment to English customs or ideas
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“Anglicism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anglicism. Accessed 4 Mar. 2021.
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The first known use of anglicism was in 1642
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