Colloquialism
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kəˈləʊ.kwi.əˌlɪz.əm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Colloquialism is a noun meaning (linguistics) A colloquial word or phrase; a common spoken expression.
Meaning
(linguistics) A colloquial word or phrase; a common spoken expression.
More Meanings
- (linguistics) A colloquial manner of speaking.
Example Sentences
The differences between slang, colloquialism and jargon are not clear-cut.
Before embarking on her trip, Kaefer expected to find a pan-Antarctic vocabulary, but quickly discovered there were distinct colloquialisms within each station.
Word Forms
- colloquialisms
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include colloquial, colloquiality, colloquialization, conversationism, expression, slangism.
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