Anglicisation
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌæŋ.ɡlɪ.saɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Anglicisation is a noun meaning The process by which something or someone (usually a word) is made more English. Usually applied to language or culture.
Meaning
The process by which something or someone (usually a word) is made more English. Usually applied to language or culture.
Example Sentences
Dublin, the name of the capital of Ireland, is an anglicisation of the Gaelic name Dubh Linn.
Word Forms
- anglicisations
- anglicization
- Anglicization
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include latinization, naturalization, angelization, vernacularization, goodification, churchification.
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